Kia Sportage: Vehicle protection
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, garnishes and ornaments.
A word about safety
1. Wear the appropriate safety equipment that is
necessary for the procedure being performed.
2. When welding or performing other procedures that
require the use of an open flame near the fuel tank,
disconnect and remove the tank and fuel pipe, and
cap the pipe to prevent fuel leakage.
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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,
Measuring dimensions before beginning
Measure the dimensions of the damaged area according to the body dimension
drawings before disassembling
and repairing. Adjust dimensions with body frame adju
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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 fuel tank, the vapor passes through
vent hoses or tubes to a canister
filled with charcoal.
The
Specifications
Specifications
Tightening Torques
Repair procedures
Compression Pressure Inspection
NOTE
If the there is lack of power, excessive oil consumption or poor fuel
economy, measure the compression pressure.
1. Warm up and stop engine.
Allow the engine