Kia Sportage: Your vehicle at a glance
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Exterior overview
Front view
Hood
Head lamp
Wheel and tire
Outside rear view mirror
Panoramic sunroof
Front windshield wiper blades
Windows
Front ultrasonic sensor
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Instrument panel overview
Audio remote control button
Driver's front air bag
Horn
Driving Assist button
Instrument cluster
Light control/turn signals lever
Wiper and wash
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Identification Number Locations
Identification Number Description
Vehicle Identification Number
World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)
KNA: Passenger vehicle, MPV (Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle)/SUV
(Sports Utility
Vehicle) ZRV (Recreational Vehicle)
KNC: Commercial
Description and Operation
Description
Knocking is a phenomenon characterized by undesirable vibration and noise and can cause engine damage. Knock Sensor (KS) is installed on the cylinder block and senses engine knocking.
When knocking occurs, the vibration from the cylinder block is appli