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Kia Sportage questions and answers

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Q: Kia Sportage....?
My girlfriend has a 1998 Kia Sportage and the regulator went out on the driver side window. No car parts store around us has them. Is there a way to take a regulator of another type of vehicle and put it on it? Anybody have this problem and know how much they cost? I know to go to a Kia dealership. I just know it will be exspensive and trying to avoid it.

A: http://car-part.com/ Try this site.

Q: What does the "power" light mean in my 97 kia sportage?
I have a 97 Kia sportage and the "power" light just came on, anyone have any idea what this means?

A: You have hit the over drive button that turns the over drive off and the "Power" light comes on when over drive is turned off, look on the console and find the over drive button and turn it back on then the light should light up "Economy", if it lights up any thing at all!

Q: Where are the spark plugs located on a 96 kia sportage?
Need to change the spark plugs but not sure where they are. What has to be removed to get to them? Its a 1996 kia sportage 4wd.

A: Look under the hood, you will see a BLACk cover under a big black rubber hose,this is part of the VALVE COVER, remove the 6 bolts from the cover. Under this black cover are 2 COILS with 2 spark plugs under them. DO NOT REMOVE the plugs with a HOT car - the car has aluminum heads and you will strip the plugs. The other 2 wires can be more easily seen and have a black boot on them - under the 2 black rubber boots are the other 2 spark plugs.. Lots of Kia sportages misfire and skip and the check engine lite will come on..usually its a bad wire or plug..very common in these cars..also, if the VALVE cover gasket LEAKS at all, oil will get into the boots or wires or plugs and cause the car to skip and idle rough or MISFIRE

Q: Do you think kia sportage is a bad car to buy?
I drive a kia sportage suv and this car really sucks. The car has alot of problems that I had to get it repair all the time. For example, the door won't open, windows won't go down, steering wheel shakes, brake pads got worn out and it makes a funny sound when you drive. I had enough driving this car that I would like to trade it in to buy a Toyota Rava 4 instead. I won't ever buy a Kia car again or a car that is made in Korean because it is a cheap piece of junk. Don't you agree with me?

A: My friends own a Kia Sportage that has given them nothing but problems since they bought it new. The driver's side window is stuck, the transmission has need to be replaced (twice!), and it is constantly stranding them because of battery and other electrical system problems. And it's odd that you should mention the funny sound. . .they just came down here for a visit about two weeks ago, and they were complaining that the Kia was making a weird noise. It was intermittent, but very annoying. If their experiences and yours are any indication of what a Kia Sportage is like, I won't be buying one any time soon.

Q: rebuilt engine for kia sportage should cost what?
I have a 2001 kia sportage 2L 4x4 that needs the engine rebuilt what should that run? I got an estimate of $3300.00 and if that is the case forget it. I'll just get another car.

A: Dump it and buy a new one...it's time $3000.00 is about w/labor and warranty etc;

Q: How do you fix a Kia Sportage 2002 model?
Timinig belt broke on a Kia Sportage I need to know how fix it?

A: You should have a mechanic do that for you. It is possible that you bent valves when the belt broke, and there could be a variety of other repairs necessary. Also, although it is easy to change the belt, you will also have to reset the timing. This requires a timing light. If you had one of these, I'm sure you would already know how to change the belt! BTW - you do not need to take it to the dealer to change this. Any ASE certified mechanic can do this for you. If you insist on changing this yourself, go to your local bookstore and buy the Chiltons manual for your Sportage. Good luck.

Q: Could a 2002 Kia sportage haul a loaded 6x10 box trailer round trip 2000 miles?
I'm looking for a new vehicle and found a 2002 Kia Sportage. I need to go from florida to indiana and back to empty out a storage unit. My dad has a box trailer that's 6x10 and I was wondering if this suv would haul it. Also any other info on the vehicle would be helpful.

A: Does the Sportage have a V6 or I4 engine, if not a V6 then forget it. You will need to install a hidden hitch or have u-haul install a hitch (about $200-$250) with brake light connection. I don't think even with the V6 that a Sportage will tow more then 2000 pounds, that trailer probably weighs 1000 pounds alone, so you may need a bigger vehicle. You might just want to rent a pickup from Enterprise or Avis as I don't think the Sportage will hold up under the strain you intend to inflict on it.

Q: Where is the trans drain plug for a 1995 kia sportage?
I'll be changing the tranny fluid for my mother in law's 1995 kia sportage 5-speed and was wondering if anyone knew where the transmission fluid drain plug was, thanks! Yes, it is a 5-speed, meaning it is a manual. I'm not sure if it is a 2wd or 4wd, would this make a difference in how I drain the tranny fluid? I'm assuming it wouldn't?

A: I take it it's a manual????? The drain plug is on the bottom of the box it should be a size 24mm or 15/16inch the filler plug is on the side of the gear box fill that up until you have fluid coming out. for manual transmission ya wanna use VMX80 or something to that equivalent which is a gear oil. Most commonly used for manual transmissions.

Q: Why will the immobiliser on kia sportage not turn off?
Please help me! My friend has given me a kia sportage, I can open it but the immobilser on the key fob is not working anymore so the car won't start. Does anyone know what is wrong and how much it is going to be to fix it? They think it is a big job which is why they didn't want to do it and gave it to me. Thanks in advance for anyone that can help

A: Without the year of the vehicle I would say that you could have one of five things wrong with it......... 1. The alarm module is bad. 2. The (ECM) needs to be reprogrammed. 3. The door pin or pins are bad. 4. The remote is bad. 5. The door lock is bad. Have someone scan the vehicles computer so that you can pinpoint the problem and as for the repair cost, it will be expensive because its an import vehicle and everything on imports will cost double the price.

Q: Where is rear window fluid reservoir located for 2000 Kia Sportage?
I have a 2000 KIA Sportage and filled my window washer fluid for the front but when I press the button to wipe the back window, no fluid comes out. I hear the noise but nothing comes out. Apparently there is another reservoir to fill located in the back? I have no idea where it is.. I need help. Thanks. I found it. It is indeed in the back, there is a little compartment with a tube and I need to fill it using a funnel. What guided me was the noise. Thanks for your answer.

A: look on the front reservoir. On my blazer both work from the same resevoir. you can tell because there will two motors/pumps on the tank if thats the case. or you can listen to the sound and find where it is coming from. just a try for you. good luck.

Q: how much would it cost to switch from a manual to auto transmission on a 1999 Kia Sportage?
I was gonna buy this Kia Sportage, but then I saw it had a standard transmission and there's no way I can drive that.

A: MUCH more than the car is worth. Manual is not that tough. Anyone can get the jest. Your just afraid of it. Have the dealer or owner take you out to a deserted area and practice before you buy it. Also good to learn how to start out from a dead stop on a hill. When you get that down, you've got it!!!

Q: Where is the rubber vacuum hose on a 2000 Kia Sportage?
My 4 wheel drive in my 2000 Kia Sportage is not working, I was told to check the rubber vacuum hose for leaks. Where can this be located?

A: It comes off the intake manifold and goes to a lot of things. Look inside the engine compartment, there may be a diagram there.

Q: How much Canadian cash do you think I'll get for trading in a 2007 Kia Sportage?
I am looking to buy an '08 Jeep Liberty. My Kia Sportage is an '07 with low kilometres and it's still in really good shape. I am finding out from the guy today how much I could get for it but I am just wondering if any of you have any guesses!

A: http://www.autotrader.com http://www.kia.com http://www.automobileassociation.com

Q: Is there any where I can find instructions on how to replace a timing belt in a 97 Kia Sportage for free?
I am looking for a free website that gives instructions on how to replace a timing belt in a 1997 Kia Sportage.

A: Overview of entire belt system http://mysite.verizon.net/t2bedlam/b3.jpg Crank mark http://mysite.verizon.net/t2bedlam/b1.jpg Camshaft marks http://mysite.verizon.net/t2bedlam/b2.jpg theres the timing marks for the crank and the cam gears. drain radiator and remove upper radiator hose, Remove air inlet duct. Remove fan retaining bolts from water pump pulley. Remove fan shroud mounting bolts, now you can slide the fan and shroud out together. Remove all fan belts and water pump pulley. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise until number 1 piston is at the top, "TDC" of its compression stroke. Remove cranksaft pulley bolt, then remove pulley. Remove upper and lower timin belt covers. Ensure camshaft sprockets and crankshaft sproket timing marks are aligned as in the photos I provided. Camshaft timing marks are an "I" on the intake camshaft sprocket and "E" on the exhaust camshaft sprocket. See the second photo I provided. Loosen the timing belt tensioner "lock" bolt. Move tensioner away from belt with spring fully extended. Temporarily tighten the bolt back so it holds the tensioner away from the belt. Remove the belt. Replace belt keeping the marks in alignment. Release the tensioner lock bolt and let it slide itself backup against the belt. When doing this make sure the side of the belt oposite the tensioner is staying tight. ANother words, the side that goes from the exhaust cam to the crankshaft. Make sure that stays tight while releasing the tentioner that will tighten the belt on its side. with keepin the timing marks lined up. Ensure the camshaft sprockets do not move while doing this. Tighten the tentioner lock bolt back down. DO hand crank the motor a couple times and then recheck the timing marks before putting this all back together. Theres a slight amount of belt deflection (the amount of room the belt has (play) when pusing it back and forth. It shouldnt be sloppy. If you have a belt deflection tool, the setting would be at 22 lbs pressure the belt should have .30 to .33" amount of deflection. To hand crank the motor, just reinstall the crank bolt and use your socket to hand crank the motor, this is way more easily performed with the spark plugs OUT of the motor. The motor will spin much easier this way. Make sure you hand crank the motor a few times around, other words, the crank mark goes at least 4 times around. This will ensure there is no problem and everything is lined up properly. Reinstall everything and have fun!

Q: How much to fix a rear bumper on a 2006 Kia Sportage?
I was in an accident. The other car was a Kia Sportage. To replace the rear bumper and paint it, her repair shop gave me an estimate of $444.17 Does this seem to high?

A: Sometimes what they try to do is get an estimate w/some1 they know to get some $ 4 themselves. They feel that since u hit their car they can take their car to a better place. And plus is a KIA I don't think is that expensive. Ask around ur area get estimates by urself and then let them know that u found a better estimate.