Kia Sportage: Ignition System / Repair procedures
| Inspect ignition coil assembly and
Perform spark test |
| 1. |
Check for DTCs.
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If a DTC is present, perform troubleshooting in accordance with
the procedure for that DTC. (Refer to DTC guide)
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| 2. |
Check if sparks occur.
| (1) |
Remove the engine cover.
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| (2) |
Remove the ignition coils.
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| (3) |
Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plugs.
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| (4) |
Disconnect the injector extension connectors.
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| (5) |
Ground the spark plug to the engine.
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| (6) |
Check if sparks occur at each spark plug while engine is being
cranked.
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Do not crank the engine for more then 5 seonds.
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| 3. |
If sparks do not occur, perform the following test.
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| 4. |
Using a spark plug wrench, install spark plugs.
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| 5. |
Install the ignition coils.
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| 6. |
Install the engine cover.
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Bulb
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