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Where is the EGR valve located on the Kia Sportage 1.7?
Answer: The EGR valve on Kia Sportage models is located on the engine block. Its removal for cleaning or replacement is very simple, just open the hood and st... read all

Posted on 11-06-2023
What is the cost of the Kia Sportage service?
Answer: The cost of a service for a Kia Sportage is around 317€. However, this cost varies depending on the labor cost charged by the workshop to perform the ... read all

Posted on 8-06-2023
How do you replace the front headlight of a Kia Sportage 4?
Answer: To proceed from inside the hood, remove the upper seal on the front grille of the vehicle. Unscrew the pins of the headlight, disconnect the power plu... read all

Posted on 31-05-2023
Why is the door of the Kia Sportage not opening?
Answer: If the door of the Kia Sportage does not open, it is possible that the actuator of its lock is damaged and needs to be replaced; the problem could als... read all

Posted on 9-05-2023
Why is the screen of the Kia Sportage not turning on?
Answer: The screen of the Kia Sportage may not turn on due to a problem with the protection fuse, a defect in the power cable wiring, or because it requires a... read all

Posted on 8-05-2023
Why does the window of the Kia Sportage go down but not up?
Answer: The solution, in some cases, could be simple and immediately solve the problem. Close all the car doors, lower the window completely, and continue to ... read all

Posted on 29-04-2023
What is the cost of replacing the flywheel of the Kia Sportage?
Answer: The average cost for replacing the flywheel of the Kia Sportage is €750. However, this price varies depending on the brand and specifications of the f... read all

Posted on 28-04-2023
Why won't the trunk of the Kia Sportage open?
Answer: If the trunk of the Kia Sportage does not open, the possible causes are: a faulty trunk fuse, a blocked or faulty lock, or a faulty trunk opening conn... read all

Posted on 12-04-2023
What does the engine oil warning light indicate on the Kia Sportage Mk4?
Answer: If the oil light appears on the instrument panel of the Kia Sportage Mk4, it is necessary to stop the engine and check the oil level. If necessary, th... read all

Posted on 1-04-2023
What problems with the timing chain on Kia Sportage?
Answer: Several cases of particular noise coming from the distribution chain on the Kia Sportage have been reported, already after only 80,000 km. However, to... read all

Posted on 21-03-2023
What problems on the Kia Sportage?
Posted on 20-03-2023
What does the Kia Sportage tire pressure light mean?
Answer: The Kia Sportage's tire pressure warning light indicates that at least one of the four tires is at an insufficient pressure value: when you inflate th... read all

Posted on 18-03-2023
What's wrong with the Kia Sportage automatic transmission?
Answer: It often happens that the shift is quite stiff when shifting into "P". Be careful because the "P" is not a brake, and using it as such ruins the locki... read all

Posted on 17-03-2023
How to reset the Kia Sportage QL service light?
Answer: For resetting the service light of Kia Sportage QL 2016 onwards. The first operation to carry out is to turn on the ignition and wait for initialisati... read all

Posted on 6-03-2023
Where is the reverse gear switch on the Kia Sportage?
Answer: The Kia Sportage's reverse switch is installed on the gearbox and is automatically activated when reverse gear is engaged; if this does not activate i... read all

Posted on 4-03-2023
What to do if the Kia Sportage door won't open?
Answer: There have been recalls on the door locks on the Kia Sportage; it is possible to check on the Kia website, typing in your complete chassis (consisting... read all

Posted on 3-03-2023
What does the 2022 Kia Sportage brake light indicate?
Answer: If the brake warning light comes on on the instrument panel of your new 2022 Kia Sportage, it means that the brakes are excessively worn and the pads ... read all

Posted on 25-02-2023
When is it convenient to have the Kia Sportage LPG first serviced?
Answer: The first coupon for the Kia Sportage, in particular for the LPG-powered model, is expected to be around 15,000km. In essence, it is necessary to go t... read all

Posted on 21-02-2023
How much does the service cost of a Kia Sportage awd diesel?
Answer: The coupon of the Kia Sportage awd diesel, in the dealership, has an average cost of 350 euros, providing for routine interventions and visual checks ... read all

Posted on 15-02-2023
What are the problems of the LPG Kia Sportage?
Answer: Kia Sportages manufactured up to 2022 on LPG have several frequent failures and problems. They have reduced engine performance, a faulty LPG system. T... read all

Posted on 12-02-2023
What problems could the Kia Sportage present?
Answer: Regarding the Kia Sportage 2022, it seems, as it is possible to verify from various online sites, that there has been a recall campaign in the United ... read all

Posted on 8-02-2023
How often to service the Kia Sportage?
Answer: As regards the timing of the service on this car model, it is always necessary to refer to the use and maintenance manual which provides for a timing ... read all

Posted on 1-02-2023
Why does the tailgate of a Kia Sportage get stuck?
Answer: The tailgate of a Kia Sportage can get stuck for a variety of reasons, both electrical and mechanical. If when you try to open it, the lock makes a â€... read all

Posted on 29-01-2023
How do you replace the windshield wipers on the Kia Sportage?
Answer: It is an easy job to do, in fact you just have to lift the brushes, rotate them 90 degrees, open the safety catch and remove them from the arm, pushin... read all

Posted on 28-01-2023
How do I reset the Kia Sportage tire light?
Answer: The warning light is reset automatically within about 10 minutes when driving at speeds above 25 km/h. If we really can't wait, go to the on-board com... read all

Posted on 27-01-2023
Where is the reverse gear switch on the 2015 Kia Sportage?
Answer: The reverse switch, in the Kia Sportage 2015, is positioned in the gearbox, therefore under the lever. It is activated precisely by the latter, when t... read all

Posted on 26-01-2023
How much is the service cost of a Kia Sportage?
Answer: The cost of the first coupon is the cheapest as it only includes the engine oil and its filter. For subsequent coupons, however, other components to b... read all

Posted on 21-01-2023
How much does it cost to replace the Kia Sportage clutch?
Answer: In order to replace the clutch on the Kia Sportage, a cost must be considered which includes the cost of labor and that of spare parts: the latter wil... read all

Posted on 15-01-2023
What do the lights on the dashboard of a Kia Sportage mean?
Answer: The Kia Sportage warning lights can be: green: they only indicate that a function is in progress; yellow or orange; medium danger situation, which all... read all

Posted on 9-01-2023
How often should I service my Kia Sportage?
Answer: As specified in the car's use and maintenance manual, the first service must be carried out after traveling 30,000 km or after 2 years. The cost for a... read all

Posted on 9-01-2023
What does the Kia Sportage 4 tire light indicate?
Answer: If the tire warning light comes on on the instrument panel of your Kia Sportage fourth series (year 2016-2022), there is probably a puncture. Alternat... read all

Posted on 14-12-2022
How do you remove the Kia Sportage headlight?
Answer: To be able to remove the headlight from the Kia Sportage, you have to go and open the hood, so that you can unscrew the screws that fix it from the to... read all

Posted on 11-12-2022
What problems does the Kia Sportage MK5 have?
Answer: Coinciding with the release in Italy of the fifth series of the Kia Sportage, in the United States a maxi recall was made by the Korean company for th... read all

Posted on 11-12-2022
What is the price for changing Kia Sportage brake pads?
Answer: Changing the Kia Sportage brake pads has a cost that varies from 12€ upwards as the brake pads alone have a cost that varies from 12€ to 49€ to ... read all

Posted on 2-12-2022
What problems on the Kia Sportage 2022?
Answer: On the last generation of this car there were some problems with the airbag that could not activate in the event of an accident and which led to a rec... read all

Posted on 11-11-2022
What does the turning on of the tire warning light on the Kia Sportage mean?
Answer: If the yellow tire pressure warning light on the Kia Sportage comes on, it means that one or more of the car's tires are malfunctioning. The pressure ... read all

Posted on 8-11-2022
How much does the service cost and how often should the service be done on the Kia Sportage?
Answer: The service on the Kia Sportage must be carried out every 30,000 km or every two years if the 30,000 km are not covered. Every 15,000 km, the oil is c... read all

Posted on 28-10-2022
Where is the cigarette lighter fuse located on the Kia Sportage?
Answer: The fuse placed to protect the cigarette lighter (power outlet) is located inside the dashboard fuse box (power outlet 2) which manages the front and ... read all

Posted on 24-10-2022
When to replace the timing belt of the Kia Sportage Mk3?
Answer: The belt replacement of the Kia Sportage Mk3 must be replaced every 135,000 km or every 5 years. It is advisable to check the vehicle use and maintena... read all

Posted on 22-10-2022
What to do in case of EGR valve problems in the KIA Sportage?
Answer: Problems with the EGR valve appear to be quite frequent in diesel-powered cars, even in the KIA Sportage. They are usually caused by the accumulation ... read all

Posted on 22-10-2022
What does the warning light with a steering wheel and exclamation point indicate in the KIA Sportage?
Answer: If the warning light showing an exclamation mark and a steering wheel comes on in our KIA Sportage, it means that a malfunction has been detected in t... read all

Posted on 13-10-2022
How much does the service of the Kia Sportage cost?
Answer: The service of the Kia Sportage has a cost that depends on the operations that must be performed on the vehicle: in the case of a standard service, th... read all

Posted on 2-10-2022
How much does it cost to replace the starter motor of the Kia Sportage?
Answer: The cost of replacing the starter motor of the Kia Sportage is generally around 250-300 euros. In fact, the component alone costs 120-150 euros and to... read all

Posted on 30-09-2022
What does the engine light on the Kia Sportage indicate?
Answer: The engine warning light that appears on the instrument panel of the Kia Sportage signals a generic malfunction of the injection system, which can be ... read all

Posted on 26-09-2022
How many liters of engine oil go into the Kia Sportage 2.0 diesel?
Answer: Your car contains about 7.6 liters of engine oil to which you add the half liter that goes into the filter. The recommended type is the classic 5w 40.... read all

Posted on 4-09-2022
When to make the first service on the Kia Sportage?
Answer: The first service, for the Kia Sportage, is recommended within 24 months or 30,000 km, whichever comes first. Its cost is on average around 250 euros ... read all

Posted on 4-09-2022
What problems does the Kia Sportage turbine present?
Answer: When turbine problems occur on the Kia Sportage it will be possible to notice that there will be difficulties in increasing the speed, especially in h... read all

Posted on 21-08-2022
How much does a service cost for the Kia Sportage?
Answer: On average, an official Kia network service for your Sportage costs around 350 euros. The service interval is recommended every 24 months or 30,000 km... read all

Posted on 21-08-2022

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