Kia Sportage: Evaporative Emission Control System
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Description and Operation
Description
The Evaporative Emission Control System prevents fuel vapor stored in fuel
tank from vaporizing into the
atmosphere. When the fuel evaporates in the fu
Inspection
[System Inspection]
1. Disconnect the vapor hose from the intake manifold and connect a vacuum pump to the nipple on the intake manifold.
At Cold Engine [Engine Coolant Temp
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Components Location
Engine Control Module (ECM)
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) #1
Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS)
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) #2
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS)
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) [integrated into ETC
Module]
Repair procedures
Removal
Timing chain cover removal is not required for this procedure.
CAUTION
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
To avoid damaging the cylinder head, wait until the engine coolant
temperature drops below normal
temperature before removing it.