Kia Sportage: Hood / Hood Latch Components and components location

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Hood / Hood Latch Components and components location

Component Location

1. Hood lower latch assembly

Hood Latch Release Handle Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Using a remover, remove the hood release handle (A). 2. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...

Hood Latch Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Remove the front bumper cover. (Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Cover") 2. Disconnect the hood l ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Photo Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Connect the KDS/GDS. 3. Flash an intensive light onto the photo sensor using a lamp, and check the change in output voltage. 4. ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: How does the air bag system operate?

Air bags are activated (able to inflate if necessary) only when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or START position. The appropriate air bags inflate instantly in the event of a serious frontal collision or side collision in order to help protect the occupants from serious physic ...