Kia Sportage: Fundamental procedures
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1. Cover the seats before performing any procedure to
keep them from getting dirty.
2. Cover all glasses, seats and mats with a heat
resistant cover when welding.
3. Protect moldings, garnishe
Observe the following tips when welding.
1. Wear appropriate eye protection.
2. Carefully follow the manufacturers operating
instructions for the welding machine you are using.
3. Do not weld,
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Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
NOTE
Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a
lowering of cooling efficiency. Do not
remove the thermostat, even if the engine tends to overheat.
1. Drain engine coolant so its level is below thermostat.
2. Disconnect
Idle Stop and Go (ISG) system
The Idle Stop and Go (ISG) system
reduces fuel consumption by automatically
shutting down the engine when the
vehicle is at a standstill. (For example:
red light and traffic jam)
The engine starts automatically as soon
as the starting conditions are met.
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