Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Evaporator Temperature Sensor Description and operation

The evaporator temperature sensor detects the evaporator core temperature and interrupts compressor relay power in order to prevent evaporator from freezing by excessive cooling.

Evaporator Core Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station. ...

Evaporator Temperature Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the evaporator temperature sensor connector. 3. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Engine compartment fuse panel

Engine room compartment fuse panel Relay ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Tire replacement

If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear Indicator (A) will appear as a solid band across the tread. This shows there is less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. Replace the tire when this happens. Do not wait for the band to appear across the entire tread before replacing the ...