Kia Sportage: Emission Control System / Troubleshooting

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual / Emission Control System / Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Suspect area
Engine will not start or hard to start	Vapor hose damaged or disconnected
Engine struggles to start	Malfunction of the Purge Control Solenoid Valve
Rough idle or engine stalls	Vapor hose damaged or disconnected
Rough idle or engine stalls	Malfunction of the PCV valve
Rough idle	Malfunction of the Evaporative Emission Control System
Excessive oil consumption	Positive crankcase ventilation line clogged

Schematic diagrams

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Crankcase Emission Control System

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Other information:

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