Kia Sportage: Ignition System / Spark Plug Description and operation

A spark plug is a device for delivering electric current from an ignition system to the combustion chamber of a spark-ignition engine to ignite the compressed fuel/air mixture therein by means of an electric spark, while containing combustion pressure within the engine. A spark plug has a metal threaded shell, electrically isolated from a central electrode by a porcelain insulator.

Spark Plug Specifications

Specification Spark Plug Item Specification Type SILZKR7E11 Gap 1.0 - 1.1 mm (0.0394 - 0.04 ...

Spark Plug Repair procedures

Inspection [On vehicle inspection] 1. Accelerate the engine to about 3,000 rpm 3 times or more. 2. Remove the spark plug. ...

Other information:

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Closing the liftgate

To close the liftgate, lower and push down the liftgate firmly. Make sure that the liftgate is securely latched. Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the way before closing the liftgate. WARNING - Exhaust fumes Driving with the liftgate open is not advis ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Transfer Fluid Repair procedures

Inspection    Transfer oil should be inspected and refilled every 60000 km (40000 mile) / 4 year. 1. Remove the under cover. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "En ...