Kia Sportage: Automatic Transaxle System

Kia Sportage Third generation (SL) - (2011-2016) - Service and Repair Manual / Automatic Transaxle System

 Preparation of assembly

Applying spot sealer Remove paint from the surface of new parts and body to be spot welded, and apply spot sealer for rustproofing. Selecting a welding method If the thickness of the area to be welded with the panels overlapped is greater than 0.1 in (3 mm), do plug welding using a carbon ar

 Temperature Control Actuator

Components and Components Location  Component Location Description and Operation  Description 1. Heater unit includes mode control actuator and temperature control actuator. 2. Temperature control actuator is located at the heater unit. It regulates the temperature by the pr