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) Service Manual: Fuel Tank Repair procedures

Removal 1. Release the residual pressure in fuel lin. (Refer to the Fuel Delivery System - Repair Procedures - "Release Residual Pressure in Fuel Line") 2. Remove the rear seat cushion (Refer to "Seat" ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Floor mat anchor (s)

When using a floor mat on the front floor carpet, make sure it attaches to the floor mat anchor(s) in your vehicle. This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward. WARNING - After market floor mat Do not install aftermarket floor mats that are not capable of being securely attached to the veh ...