Kia Sportage: Timing System
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Components
Intake camshaft
Exhaust camshaft
Intake CVVT assembly
Exhaust CVVT assembly
Timing chain
Timing chain guide
Timing chain tensioner arm
Timi
Installation
1. Install the balance shaft chain. (Refer to Lubrication system in this
group)
2. Install the crankshaft chain sprocket (B) and the timing chain oil jet
(A).
Tightening torque:
7
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WARNING
Do not start the vehicle with the accelerator
pedal engaged. The vehicle can
move and lead to an accident.
Wait until the engine rpm is normal.
The vehicle may suddenly move if the
brake pedal is released when the r pm
is high.
Starting the engine with smart
key
At the t
Liftgate
WARNING
Exhaust fumes
If you drive with the liftgate open, you
will draw dangerous exhaust fumes into
your vehicle which can cause serious
injury or death to vehicle occupants.
If you must drive with the liftgate open,
keep the air vents and all windows open
so that additional ou