Kia Sportage: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Hydraulic System Description and operation
The components of the hydraulic system
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF)
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The oil pump is powered by the engine.
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ATF passes through the oil filter and gets distributed along the oil
channels.
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TCM controls the hydraulic pressure using solenoid valves and controls
clutch and brake operations.
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Components Location
1. Automatic
transaxle
2. Oil filter
3. Mechanical oil pump
4. Converter
housing
5. Torque converter
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Description
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The oil pump is integrated with 26 brake chamber.
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Rotation of the pump builds the hydraulic pressure needed for lubr ...
Other information:
Removal
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Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.
Tightening torque :
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible cause
Remedy
Hard steering
Improper front wheel alignment
Excessive turning resistance of lower arm ball joint
Low tire pressure
No power assist
Correct
Rep ...