05.10.2014
KIA Sportage (KIA Sportage / Sportage), produced in 2013. Client claims:
- the ABS system light is on on the instrument panel
- the ESP light is on on the instrument panel
- a warning about the fault “Hill start assist” is illuminated on the instrument panel
Surprised, he asked the client:
- The car is still being serviced by dealers, have you contacted them?
The owner of the car nodded and replied that yes, he had contacted me, they kindly and quickly took the car in for repairs, did something there for half an hour, then returned it. At the time of departure, everything was working from them. But after some time the problems appeared again. The client decided not to tempt fate and found our car service through the Internet and friends.
In addition to the listed malfunctions, it was impossible to engage the gear on the car; the gearbox lever was locked and in order to engage it, it was necessary to unlock it forcibly, manually.
The situation is interesting, but before loading your head with various complications, let's start with something simple?
For example, from “hill start assist”. Nice feature. And not only for “blondes”, people say that the function is necessary and helps. What is the working principle? This “assistant” helps, when starting the car on inclines, to move your foot from the brake pedal to the gas (accelerator) pedal without additional assistance from the parking brake - the system maintains pressure in the brake system for a couple of seconds, which is enough to start off on an incline without problems.
The first bell is “brake pedal”. When the “assistant” operates, the brake pedal is activated; you need to see how it and the electrical circuits associated with it work. I press the brake pedal - the rear lights do not light up. Clearly, you can’t drive like that...
(Why Motordata: because it was easiest to reach at that moment, it is always hanging and loaded. Other programs are also “hanging and open”; where I can reach faster, I look there. Naturally, if it’s on the topic of the question) .
So, I’m already looking at the fuses on site and I see that the one we need is burnt out. Should I install another one of the same type and check again by pressing the brake?
(... I often read on the Internet: “I don’t bother! If a fuse burns out, I install a new one to check. If it burns out again, then I look at the fuse, and only then at the entire circuit...”
In my opinion, it is wrong to do this - for this it is better to use a “load”, a 55-watt light bulb, which is connected instead of a fuse. Saves time, money, mood and reputation.
On this machine: “We inserted a load - the light does not light up. We pressed the brake - the light came on brightly, at full intensity. What's the conclusion? There’s a short somewhere that needs to be looked for” (most likely in the harness that goes to the brake lights).
This electrical harness runs to the left of the driver's foot, in the sill. I open it and I’m not even surprised. I’m just assessing the situation. I expected something like this. Well, how can you not take a photo of this monument made by craftsmen from the dealership?
Look: the arrow points to the wire that was laid by a crooked specialist. He's a crooked one, don't mind. And the wire lies exactly as it lay - going into the recess in the sill. What kind of recess? You probably guessed it - the fastening clip is inserted here. I lightly pulled out this wire, and here they are - the consequences of inattention, which brazenly get into the wallet of the car owner:
I hope everyone saw and understood the cause of the problem.
However, I don’t want to end this story on a sad note, I will voice the advice: “If a car comes to you for repair from a dealer or another car service center, then first of all ask the client: “What did they do?”
There is such a good practice: “one step back.” - Did you install an alarm or some kind of “extra”? And in what place? Over there? Thank you!
We open the thresholds (for example) and here it is - a crooked malfunction!
Good luck everyone!
P.S. Of course, speaking in universal justice, it is not worth drawing global conclusions about all dealers from one or two cases. Well, yes, I came across a case, well, yes - “from the dealer”. But with the same success, such malfunctions can come not from the dealer - they can be created by any other crooked auto electrician (precisely “crooked” and precisely “created”).
P.P.S. In my story I used the word “crookedness” a couple of times. This interested me: “How many times have we already talked about something like this?” It turns out - many times! Let me give just three examples offhand. (in articles on the Legion-Avtodata portal: there are many more of them).
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In this article I will briefly outline what most often breaks down on the Kia Sportage 3, model 2010-2016, with the factory designation Sl or Sle. I work at a service station and have practical experience in this matter. Here we will describe not only typical “diseases” of sportage, but also methods of treating them. The article is intended to save the owner of such a car from hours of searching for information in sections of automobile forums. It will also be useful for those who are just planning to purchase a used sportage, because it is important to understand what to check when purchasing. If I suddenly missed something, write in the comments.
Four-wheel drive does not work!
A very common malfunction in the 3rd generation Sportage is a breakdown of the all-wheel drive system. It occurs even when the car is used exclusively as a city SUV, without using the all-wheel drive locking function. After all, even if you do not press the 4WD lock button, the control unit automatically engages the rear axle in moments of sharp acceleration when starting off, or when the front wheels slip. Torque is constantly redistributed by the ITM unit between the front and rear wheels in proportions from 100% - 0% to 50% - 50%, respectively.
There are two types of all-wheel drive malfunctions on Sportage:
- breakdown of the all-wheel drive (AW) coupling;
- corrosion of the spline connection between the gearbox (gearbox) and transfer case;
Moreover, the second malfunction occurs much more often than the first.
PP clutch malfunction
All-wheel drive clutch, Sportage; 1 - clutch pack, 2 - pump
It manifests itself as follows: there is no connection of the rear wheels, even in 4WD lock mode (i.e. when the button is pressed), while the 4WD system fault lamp on the instrument panel is on. It is important that the driveshaft rotates!
In general terms, the clutch is a conventional system with a multi-disc clutch pack that is compressed under oil pressure. The pressure is created by a pump mounted on the coupling body.
Error codes “P1832 Clutch Thermal Overstress Shutdown” or “P1831 Clutch Thermal Overstress Warning” appear. Here is a detailed description of what exactly breaks in this case and how it can be repaired.
This happens especially often when the clutch overheats or during prolonged slipping. Or with frequent use of the 4WD lock mode. But this mode is intended only for short-term use in areas with difficult road conditions. You should not drive for a long time with the 4WD lock button pressed.
The problem is solved by replacing the PP coupling assembly. The part is not cheap, but there are companies that provide clutch repair services. Such services are easy to find on the Internet.
Another possible breakdown is a malfunction of the clutch pump itself. In this case, error code P1822 or P1820 occurs. KIA even issued a service bulletin regarding this problem, according to which the office. The dealer must replace the clutch assembly.
If the car is not under warranty, you need to replace the pump separately, which will be much cheaper. Only the new pump has already been modified, and requires the purchase of wiring for it.
Part numbers: all-wheel drive clutch pump - 478103B520, pump wiring 478913B310
The price for a pump with wiring is approximately 22,000 rubles.
If you buy a used Sportage, be sure to check the car for these faults. The repair is quite expensive, it consists of the price of differential parts (approx. 20,000 rubles) and the cost of the transfer case (600 USD price for a used one) and of course the work of removing the gearbox and replacing parts (up to 20,000 rubles).
List of necessary spare parts for repairing all-wheel drive on Sportage 3, with OE numbers
Gears on a manual transmission do not engage/are difficult to engage, or extraneous noise
This disease begins to manifest itself with a characteristic noise from the gearbox, which is heard when it is cold, when the engine is idling. The service bulletin on this problem requires replacing the synchronizer rings for the 4th, 5th and 6th gears of the manual transmission.
Sometimes the reason may be in the “synchronization” of the 3rd gear and the corresponding gear. The specific reason is determined after disassembling the box.
If the synchronizers are not replaced in time, more serious consequences may occur - fur. damage to gear teeth, which entails their replacement and, consequently, more expensive repairs.
The cost of work usually costs up to $300. Plus the necessary spare parts.
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The car does not move, there is a strong grinding noise in the area of the right wheel, the intermediate shaft is faulty
The problem is similar to that described above with all-wheel drive. The splined connection between the right drive shaft and the inner CV joint bends. This happens due to water entering through the oil seal (or rather the boot). Then corrosion does its job, the splines weaken and are completely cut off. If the shaft splines are completely cut off, the car will be able to get to the service center only with all-wheel drive on, because as a result of the differential operation, all the torque of the front axle will go to the right side.
Corrosion of the right shaft and drive splines, Sportazh 3
Repair price: shaft 4,500 rubles, right CV joint up to 45,000 rubles.
As in the case of the transfer case-box connection, it is necessary to prevent the leakage by replacing the oil seal and applying lubricant, this will extend the life of the splines.
The engine does not develop more than 3000 rpm, the “CHECK” lamp is on or flashing
Of course, such symptoms are typical for many breakdowns of diesel cars. But here we are talking specifically about the most common malfunctions, those that sooner or later happen on all Sportages.
This “disease” is typical for diesel versions, with R 2.0 and U2 1.7 engines. There are usually two reasons for such symptoms:
- malfunction of the boost pressure sensor, on a car with a 2-liter engine;
- faulty wiring of the boost pressure sensor, on cars with a 1.7 engine;
In both cases, the control unit switches the engine to emergency mode, which means, in particular, cutting off the engine speed at 3000 rpm. The driver has the feeling that the turbine simply does not work. This is, of course, not true.
What will be the minimum price: 2.0 manual (150 hp), alloy wheels, driver and passenger front airbags, ABS, emergency braking warning system, alarm, immobilizer, on-board computer, rain sensor, audio system with USB input, air conditioning.
Kia Sportage reviews:
Appearance:
- A solid five - a stylish, fashionable car - the design was drawn by the Germans. I especially like the back.
In the cabin:
- Excellent front seats - the supports are correct, I have a bad back, but I drive without problems
- High seating position, which gives clear advantages - looking forward through the nearest passenger car. And in general it’s pleasant to sit - like a king at a name day.
- I really like the interior, the heater, in cold weather it’s hot, like in Singapore, I don’t turn the heater on at all
- a well-thought-out driver’s workplace, everything is at hand, everything is smart and somehow cozy
- The stereo system is very good. There's an amplifier, a sub, six speakers. The sound is quite decent
- standard music with steering wheel controls - horn
- The build quality is certainly not Japanese. As soon as you sit down, you can see: this is not Japan. There are cracks all around, some threads are sticking out from the seats.
- The trunk closes so-so
- The trunk is not exactly small, but I would like it to be significantly larger
- The interior is spacious, but they saved on the trunk
Paintwork:
- Weak paint: all the marks from the branches are yours, and are clearly visible on the varnish (the car is black). This, I believe, is not only a problem with the Kia Sportage, it’s the same for most Koreans
- I don’t care about the paintwork - it’s kind of soft, it scratches easily - which is annoying, it turns out - under no circumstances should I wash it with my hands and never go into the woods with a wheel
Controllability:
- it stands confidently on the road, in winter there are no problems with the movement at all, it goes along the lines
- The main surprise is the handling. Among crossovers, there are few cars that handle so well
- Handling is excellent for an SUV
Softness:
- The suspension is decent and absorbs all road problems.
- In cold weather, the rear suspension creaks a lot, kind of like on a UAZ loaf. The service department says that the Kia Sportage has a disease
- Cons: hard rear if you are driving alone or with a passenger in the front. If someone is sitting in the back or there is some kind of cargo in the trunk, it goes like a Mercedes
Speed:
- The engine is quite dynamic. On the highway when overtaking the acceleration is very pleasant
- The dynamics are quite decent, if for passenger cars it’s like something medium-sized with a 1.6-1.8 engine.
Transmission:
- The mechanics are so-so, the workmanship is not great. The shifts are unclear, the strokes are long, I only stick the rear one in the second time.
- The gearshift lever has wow moves, like rowing an oar
- The automatic transmission is old, slow to shift, kick-down is slow
Brakes:
- The brakes are very harsh, but I got used to it
- After Renault, I got into the Sportage and actually almost wet my pants at first. It's like they're not there
- The brakes are completely uninformative. Push-push, push-push, ahhh! We all die! Then she popped and stood up
Noise insulation:
- I was pleasantly surprised by the sound insulation. It is, perhaps, no worse than in much more expensive SUVs
- Noise insulation is a fairy tale, finally there is no need to shout in the cabin at speed
Reliability:
- When I read the reviews, it turned out that the car was of average reliability, without any special problems. In life it turned out to be much better; in two years I didn’t even change a single light bulb.
- The car is quite reliable. For 5 years I only climbed under the hood to check the oil level and top up the windshield washer system.
- By 8,000 km, it had been serviced probably 7 times, somehow that was a lot. Kaliningrad, in a word
Patency:
- The cross-country ability is excellent, tested in almost knee-deep mud and in the same snow
- I love to knead mud. If you didn’t sit on her belly, then everything will be fine
- I somehow crawled along a dirt road soggy from the rain for 2 km to the highway; another car would only have been pulled out with a tractor in the morning
Operating cost:
- Consumption from new was under 15, then dropped to 13, now it’s somewhere around 10-11 liters per hundred, this is if it’s about half the city and the countryside. In principle, it’s acceptable for an SUV. The manual says it should be 9, but that’s in the manual.
- Consumption of 13 l/100 km in traffic seems quite reasonable to me
- I walk 130-160 km on the highway, and it consumes about 13 liters of gasoline. And here is a separate one
In cold weather:
- In cold weather it starts without any problems.
- Start without problems in any frost down to -45, just not with a button, but with the ignition key
Other details:
- In crash tests, the Sportage even outperformed a Volvo, so if you're looking for a safe car, this is it
- Excellent liquidity of the machine
- Visibility is poor: the window in the rear door is small, making parking inconvenient.
- The A-pillars are huge and wide, it’s very scary not to notice a pedestrian!
- Many people write about problems with the driver's seat adjustable up and down - yes, yes, I raised it - it gradually slides down by itself. Minus Kia Sportage.
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Korean automobile company Kia Motors Corporation is the second largest automobile manufacturer in Korea and the seventh largest in the world. The history of this company is not as impressive as that of Ford, Volkswagen or Mercedes, but it fully justifies its slogan “The ability to surprise”. And the decoding of the name of the company “Exit Asia to the whole world” is fully confirmed. In 2012 alone, Kia Motors sold almost 3 million cars and over the past few years there have been clear trends towards increasing sales volumes.
The first SUV from Kia Motors, Sportage, was introduced to the world community in 1993 and was successfully produced for 11 years.
Kia Sportage 1 (1993 – 2004)
SUV Kia Sportage It was produced in several body styles, but did not impress car enthusiasts with its original design or sophisticated appearance. Drivers appreciated this car for its simplicity of design and pleasant appearance. Even after restyling in 1999, the car looked quite ascetic in appearance.
Dimensions of Kia Sportage
The length of the body is 3760 - 4340 mm (depending on the modification), width is 1735 mm, and height is 1650 mm. The weight of the modifications does not vary significantly - from 1513 to 1543 kg. The wheelbase of the car is 2360-2650 mm. The ground clearance of the Kia Sportage is 200 mm.
The metal body of the car is firmly fixed to the frame. The car's interior is made of high-quality materials that look impressive even today. The seats are comfortable, the front panel is ergonomic, no frills. There is enough space for both the driver and rear seat passengers.
Technical specifications Kia Sportage
The first generation Kia Sportage has five powertrain options - 3 petrol units and 2 diesel engines. Gasoline engines with a volume of 2.0 liters differ only in power - 95, 118 and 128 hp, and diesel units of different sizes and designs. The 2.0 liter turbocharged diesel produces 83 hp, and the 2.2 liter naturally aspirated engine produces only 63 hp.
The maximum speed of the Kia Sportage 1 is not impressive - only 172 km/h, and acceleration to 100 km/h occurs in 14.7 - 20.5 s.
The fuel consumption of this car is also quite decent, from 9 to 14.7 liters per hundred kilometers in the combined cycle.
The car was produced in both all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations. It was equipped with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic.
The front suspension of the car is independent spring, the rear suspension is dependent spring. The front brakes are disc and the rear are drum. All cars were equipped with power steering.
Even the basic configuration of the Kia Sportage looked quite rich for its time. The car was equipped with central locking, an adjustable steering column, and full power accessories.
Typical Kia Sportage faults
Taking into account the long period of operation of this model, its typical faults can be described in some detail.
These include:
- body corrosion in the area of the rear arches and lower parts of the doors;
- poor sound insulation of the cabin;
- transfer case chain transmission noise;
- short service life of the front suspension stabilizer bushings;
- unreliable “return” power steering tube (in models before 1999).
Despite the fact that some cars of the first Sportage series are already 20 years old, they continue to be used. On the secondary market, prices for Kia Sportage 1 range from 100 to 400 thousand rubles.
Kia Sportage 2 (2004-2010)
Unlike its predecessor, the Kia Sportage 2 was designed as a real SUV. All that remains from the old car is the name. Its appearance has changed significantly, the car's handling has become at the level of a hatchback, and the high seating position and spaciousness are like that of a minivan.
The updated Kia Sportage has gotten rid of the shortcomings inherent in its predecessor. An absolutely flat bottom and tin-plated body increased its durability, an independent rear suspension improved driving performance, and the rear axle connected through a coupling reduced fuel consumption. Interior noise insulation has become significantly better.
The interior of the car is made of high-quality materials, the ergonomics of the cabin are at a fairly decent level. True, there were some unpleasant nuances. Sportage 2 has a very large and thin steering wheel, which is unusual for most drivers. The driver's seat could do with some additional longitudinal adjustment, but for rear passengers there is enough space in any seating position. Thanks to the height of the cabin, it seems that the car is very roomy, but for three passengers in the rear seat there is space close to each other. At first glance, the trunk of the Kia Sportage is not impressive in its size, although 320 liters fit into it without any problems at the level of the windows. If there are no passengers in the rear seat, the trunk volume can be increased by lowering the rear seatbacks.
The quality of the second generation power plants has improved significantly, but there are only 3 options left (2 are officially sold in Russia). Gasoline engines of 2.0 and 2.7 liters and diesel engines of 2.0 liters. For models with gasoline engines, there is a choice of gearbox: either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic, and diesel units were only available with automatic transmission.
The new power units have become significantly faster and more economical than their predecessors. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle ranges from 7 to 9 liters, and acceleration to 100 km/h is carried out in 10.4 – 16.1 s. The car shows good driving performance when accelerating to 130 -140 km/h, after which the dynamics fade a little, but if necessary, it can be accelerated to 180 km/h.
With the change in the rear suspension, the stability of the car has improved. Now sharp turns are not particularly difficult for it, although at high speed a slight roll appears, but for an SUV this behavior is quite acceptable.
The basic version of the configuration is traditionally rich in a variety of options. Microlift, air conditioning, power steering, immobilizer, etc. For top versions, cruise control, traction control, and a sunroof are provided.
In 2008, this model was restyled, but the changes affected mainly the appearance.
Kia Sportage 2 compares favorably with competitors in its class due to its low cost. The cost of the Kia Sportage in 2009 was:
- for cars equipped with gasoline engines from 620,000 to 880,000 rubles;
- for versions with a diesel engine from 820,000 rubles.
Today, on the secondary market, this model can be purchased at a price from 400 to 700 thousand rubles.
Kia Sportage 3
In 2010, the third generation of the Kia Sportage was presented at the Geneva Motor Show. The completely new look of the Kia Sportage 3 clearly showed the influence of German designer Peter Schreyer, who had previously worked for Audi and introduced European influences into the look of the new model. The new minivan in appearance is a little reminiscent of its “big brother” Kia Sorento 2 but at the same time looks more miniature and elegant. In appearance, the model attracts the eye with a massive radiator grille and headlights of an original shape (“smile of a tiger”), and the overall picture of the front view is complemented by a massive bumper with built-in fog lights. Pronounced stampings on the hood and doors of the car add a sense of high cost to its appearance.
Dimensions of Kia Sportage
The new SUV has grown a bit compared to previous models. The length has increased by 90 mm, the width by 15 mm, and the track by as much as 75 mm. Taking into account the fact that the car has become lower by 60 mm, and the ground clearance has decreased to 172 mm, it has significantly increased stability. But with such ground clearance, it no longer makes sense to talk about the car’s off-road qualities. The Kia Sportage has gradually evolved from an SUV into a family car for traveling on paved surfaces.
Sportage 3 interior
Having carefully looked at the interior design, a knowledgeable car enthusiast will immediately say that the differences between it and the Hyundai ix35 are minimal. Only the logo on the steering wheel and the slightly rougher lines of the front panel than the ix35 make it clear that this is a different car. Although the interior design as a whole is done at the proper level and does not raise any complaints.
Technical characteristics of Kia Sportage
The new Sportage is supplied to domestic markets in several configuration options with 3 2.0 liter engine options. front-wheel drive 2WD or all-wheel drive 4WD. One gasoline unit with a capacity of 150 hp and 2 heavy fuel power units with a capacity of 136 and 184 hp.
Cars are equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission or automatic transmission; only front-wheel drive gasoline models can be equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Kia Sportage's chassis is equipped with McPherson struts at the front and double wishbones, coil springs and transverse stabilizers at the rear. This type of suspension provides reliable vehicle stability when cornering at high speeds.
On the highway, the Sportage behaves like a classic front-wheel drive car. All-wheel drive is connected electronically only in cases of slipping of the front wheels, and forced locking of all-wheel drive limits the speed to 40 km/h.
The most dynamic Kia Sportage 3 with a 184 hp turbodiesel accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds, and its top speed is limited to 195 km/h.
Kia Sportage diesel cars are more popular among buyers due to their efficiency. These models consume from 6 to 9 liters of diesel fuel per 100 km.
Kia Sportage specifications and prices
The cost of third generation models has increased significantly. The most inexpensive Sportage 3 can be purchased starting from 830,000 rubles (KIA Sportage 3 Classic – 2.0 liter petrol unit, front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual transmission). For a 6-speed automatic transmission you will have to pay an additional 50,000 rubles.
All-wheel drive Kia Sportage 4wd in the basic configuration with a gasoline engine and 6 automatic transmissions will cost about 1.1 million rubles. Around the same price you can buy a Kia Sportage diesel with 136 hp. The cost of models with an automatic gearbox and a turbodiesel engine starts from 1.3 - 1.4 million rubles, and the richest Premium package for such models will cost buyers one and a half million.
