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. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Vehicle weight

This chapter will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of the vehicle design performance. Before loading your ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Components and components location

Component Location 1. Smart key unit (SMK) 2. Body control module (BCM) 3. Interior antenna 1 4. Interior antenna 2 5. FOB key 6. Start Stop Button (SSB) 7. Door handle & door antenna 8. Bumper antenna 9. Tailgate lid switch ...