Kia Sportage: General Information

Kia Sportage Third generation (SL) - (2011-2016) - Service and Repair Manual / Fuel System / General Information

 Inspection - Repair procedures

Connecting Rod 1. Check the connecting rod end play. Using a feeler gauge, measure the end play while moving the connecting rod back and forth. End play: Standard : 0.10 ~ 0.25mm (0.0039 ~ 0.0098in.) Limit: 0.35mm (0.0138in.) If out-of-tolerance, install a new connecting rod. If sti

 Disassembly

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 adjuster if deformed. Selecting cutting area Select a cutting area that is easily accessible and that