Kia Sportage: Driveshaft and axle

Kia Sportage Third generation (SL) - (2011-2016) - Service and Repair Manual / Driveshaft and axle

 Input Speed Sensor

Description and Operation  Description Input speed sensor is a vital unit that measures the rate of rotation of the input shaft inside the transaxle and delivers the readings to the TCM. The sensor provides critical input data that's used in feedback control, damper clutch control,

 Polypropylene (PP) bumper repairability

The three types of damaged bumpers shown below can be repaired. Because of cost and quality considerations, bumpers with more damage may be repaired, but replacing the bumper is encouraged. 1. If a hole on a bumper is less than 2 in.(50 mm). 2. If a crack on a bumper is less than 4 in.(100 mm