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2000 Kia Sportage Consumer Discussions
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Kia Sportage Prices Paid & Buying Experience
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Purchasing a new Kia Sportage - Trade or Sell the trade?
I currently own a vehicle which CarMax has offered $28000 to purchase it from me. I am planning on purchasing a Kia Sport and took the vehicle for a trade-in appraisal, which turned out to be $27,300. In Ohio, if you trade a car, then the value of the trade is deducted from the amount to which sales tax is applied. In this case, by trading, I would escape around $1850. ... Read More
Kia Sportage Keyless Remote
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Re: 2000 kia sportage door lock switch inoperative [jpflux]
Electronic Timer and Alarm Control Module location update: I think I may have resolved my own problem as to where this module could actually be location. I am posting this in case anybody else in the future comes across this problem of not being able to find the module in the location specified by creditable sources. All sources including but not limited to All Data, Mitchell on Demand, kia info tech ... Read More
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2000 kia sportage door lock switch inoperative
2000 kia sportage ex does not operate door lock up or down on driver side when two button switch on driver door is depressed in eigther position. Here is what i found door lock actuator actuates up when power and ground are supplied to harness of actuator and workes down when power and ground are swithed on wires of actuator this proves motor workes. when button is pressed no signal is ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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2000 Kia Sportage rough low idle
Car runs rough a low idle. Have had plugs replaced, 02 sensor, trottle positioner, trottle controller,replaced. Ran good for 2 weeks then started it again. Does not stall, just runs rough when idling, in gear or in park. Car sat for one day an then took it back the the mechanic and it ran fine. Check engine light does not come on. Original codes were misfires. Also had #2 coil replaced. ... Read More
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Kia Sportage 2000
In June facing a summer with many long car trips to make, I decided to trade up our 94 Nissan Sentra (very dependable but without a working AC) for a 2000 Kia Sportage that I bought for $2500 with 88K probably at least $1000 too much considering the problems we've had with it. On test driving for about half an hour the car ran fine but as soon as I drove ... Read More
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Re: Ammonia smell with my 2000 Kia Sportage [lmp4]
hey Imp4 I have a 2000 kia sportage and I am changing out my heater core. I read that you have done it before and I was wondering if you could please give me the instructions on how to do it I would greatly appreciate it.
Kia Sportage 2005 and newer
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Re: Question? Kia Sportage 2000 [mercado4]
I have the same problem, have you gotten any results on your problem yet
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Brakes and Clutch
2000 Kia Sportage 180,000 miles About a week ago my brakes went out then my clutch started acting up. Is this related or is it another wild goose hunt my Sporty is sending me on? Finally fixed the No power up hill problem thanks to you guys and gals on this forum so hoping you have some idea what this might be Thanks John
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00 Kia Sportage stalling problem
I have a 2000 Kia Sportage automatic and when I start it rpm is ok but when I shfit it to the drive engine stalls.Could be the neutral safety switch or some sensor?.
Kia Sportage Gasoline Leak
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fuel tank problem
I have a 2000 sportage and noticed a gas smell & leak.. the mechanic said there was a recall on the tank & modual.. I brought it to Kia Dealer today.. they said the tank is covered but not the modual which is in the tank!? so they want $462 +labor for the modual and they said I have to pay another $150+labor for the gas tank shield they removed bc ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Need Information....ASAP....
I just got a 2000 Kia Sportage and the second day my radio wasnt or clock was working I checked the fuse box inside and everything was fine then i checked the fuse box under the hood. I checked all fuses and unplugged and replugged the relay fuses started it up and my radio and clock works again could I have a bad relay how do i know which one if ... Read More
Kia Sportage battery and electrical Problems
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Anti Theft Alarm goes randomly on after locking the car
Hi, my KIA Sportage 4X4, build 2000 has an issue with the alarm system. The alarm goes on after having locked the car which can be instantly or after some time. Any thought how to fix it or at least disable the system because right now I cannot lock my car because it bothers everybody. Thx Frank
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Now Misfire issues!
Ok since ive gotten my 2000 Kia Sportage, I have nothing but issues. Now I'm having Misfire issues. I've changed both Ignition coils and wire, spark plugs and wires, fuel injectors. It still is misfiring! The most recent place I took it too told me it could be an intake manifold leak and recommended a new motor. hahaha, I think they think im stupid! It was running fine and strong before ... Read More
Kia Sportage 2004 and earlier
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Re: 1998 kia sportage [tlawson50]
if you look at alot of the kia revues you will find people with same problem. in kias the valves will bend when timing belt brakes but $2000 is kinda high. if you have any mech. exp. at all you can fix it yourself for about $600. if not it shouldn,t cost more then $1200.hope this helps you,
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage Stalling [keyop]
Hello I read what problems you were having and want to see if you had resolved that issue? I am having the same issue with my 1999. can't figure it out. if possible can you let me know. very much in need of HELP. Thanks
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Keeps reving at 2000+ rpm's
Kia Sportage 2000 EX: When I start the car and sometimes when it is idling it will all of a sudden jump to 2000+ rpm's. About a month ago I removed and cleaned the Mass Air Flow Sensor, the intake air control valve, throttle position sensor not knowing which part(s) was causing the problem. It worked fine for about 2 weeks. Then it started again with a check engine light lit. ... Read More
Kia Sportage 2004 and earlier
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2000 sportage by grumpyfly
please see my need help with torque converter/transmission located at kia sportage maintence and repair. need some good advise and help. thanks, den
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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2000 Kia Sportage Stalling/UPDATE
Well I replaced the Crank Position Sensor and wasted $80 cause it didnt solve my stalling problem. So I replaced the Front Catalytic Converter and Nope it still stalls out!!! I guess the Fuel pump will be the next thing I try to replace. Though I'm getting good Fuel pressure with the fuel pump that is on it now. I'm at a loss!!! I've spent way too much money replacing part ... Read More
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2000 Kia Sportage Stalling
I have a 2000 Kia Sportage that has recently been stalling when I come to a stop or in traffic. I press on the accelerator and it bogs/stalls. It almost feels like im running out of gas and it's stalling. In most cases the motor doesnt die but seems to just loose power then run ok. Sometimes it does die but will crank back up and run fine til I stop ... Read More
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage losing power when going uphill [jmansell]
When we rev it up we can't get it over 3000 rpms if we do it pops a code multiple missfires and miss 1,3,4 ...that lets me think it acts as from the rev limiter....most cars would not let run the engine at high RPM when in neutral or park and it cuts the ignition or injection to a number of cylinders...but all returns to normal if engine is loaded in ... Read More
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage losing power when going uphill [lmp4]
I took the exhaust off first when we started having problems. When we rev it up we can't get it over 3000 rpms if we do it pops a code multiple missfires and miss 1,3,4 should i check the injectors??? that might be part of it but it runs fine in 1st thru 3rd, maybe the trannys bad to any Ideas????
Kia Sportage battery and electrical Problems
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage alarm [orzecht]
... the alarm goes off when I open it and does not go off when I put the key in the ignition.. ..I guess that means the alarm starts sounding when opening a door and keeps sounding even when the key is inserted in the ignition...Is your car equipped with a remote door lock? That complaint comes rather frequently but I do not remember someone coming with his solution once found ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage losing power when going uphill [jmansell]
THe crank position sensor is a go-nogo item. If it runs, this sensor is correct. There have been several cases of blocked catalytic converters....I,d disconnect the exhaust for a free exhaust test....
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage losing power when going uphill [jmansell]
tore into it again and checked the crankshaft and everything was fine. Now we are just chasing sensors trying to find one thats bad but no luck yet. Pulled the EGR Valve and cleaned it didn't change anything, checked the throdle position sensor and its ok. I guess next would be the Crank position sensor maybe? Any other ideas are welcome Thanks in advance.
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage losing power when going uphill [lmp4]
No we didn't check that but thanks for the heads up. We are going to tear into it again this weekend so I will definatly check that.
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage losing power when going uphill [jmansell]
There has been a recent case of broken locking key of the crankshaft timing sprocket. Was that verified when the T_belt was changed? CHeck THIS THREAD out. It appears this is a common issue with Mazda engines (which Sporty is).
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2000 Kia Sportage losing power when going uphill
We just bought a used 2000 Kia Sportage with 150000 miles and it ran fine for about a month. Now when we go up hills it has no power and we have to downshift to get up even a medium sized hill. Just had the timing belt replaced changed thre spark plugs and boots and the valve cover gasket. And now its worse max speed of 55 mph on flat roads, ... Read More
Rebuilding My Kia Sportage Engine
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Rebuilding
Hello, I am rebuilding a 2000 Kia Sportage engine. I know,,,hooray. At any rate, I had taken the block in to be boiled and the head to be resurfaced, valve seals, etc. any way when I picked up my stuff when it was done, they had to remove a bolt or two to be cleaned properly and put them neatly in a plastic bag, but also there was a very small ... Read More
Kia Sportage battery and electrical Problems
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2000 Kia Sportage alarm
I have a 2000 sportage Kia and recently changed the battery. Now the alarm goes off when I open it and does not go off when I put the key in the ignition. Is there a relay or reset procedure that I can do to silence the alarm?
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [lmp4]
sorry for the typo there. I didnt mean to confuse anyone. So I put on a new thermostat.(had some trouble with the housing due to steel screws in aluminum holes) but once everything was sorted out and new thermostat was in I have been driving and on three seperate occasions nothing has happened. I pray that was it. It was about 9 years old and gone through a couple flush kits ... Read More
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [Jokeryona]
"...the fluid comes out causing my engine to overheat....it didnt overheat until the fluid spilled out " should read "...my engine overheats causing the fluid to come out ....the fluid didnt spill out until it overheats " ...cause and effect :) Now lets see what happens with a new thermostat...but before that, notice you can test your thermostat on your electric range in boiling water using a candy thermometer...thermostat should open ... Read More
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [lmp4]
Im thinking thats why the thermostat is broken. Even with the proper temperature its not opening which is why the water is forced out the resevoir. Heat is supposed to open it, but its not even when the temperature is up, I drive it and the fluid comes out causing my engine to overheat. If I turn the heater on the temp drops to normal, it didnt overheat until the fluid ... Read More
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [Jokeryona]
"The temperature of the engine dropped from almost completely hot to halfway where it usually stays" ... I do not like the above quote.... but before gearing for the worst, try simple things first...change the thermostat to make things clear....in fact, you can run a test by simply removing the thermostat and run without it ..but if all trouble proove cleared out at that time, you'll have to go again and ... Read More
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [lmp4]
The temperature of the engine dropped from almost completely hot to halfway where it usually stays. I think what is happening is the water pressure talks a little bit to build up and when it finally does the thermostat doesnt open and the water/fluid is forced back out the resevoir. The fan is in good shape, it runs fine and turns noramally as always. I think the crack i orgionally had ... Read More
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [Jokeryona]
He said it would cause your vehicle to overheat or spill fluid. I thought that is what you said it did in your original posting? ("It was spraying out forcefully and steaming from under the hood.") In any case, the thermostat should be an easy thing to check out. tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [Jokeryona]
..the water pump is not tied to the fan: the fan is there just by itself, and this is why it can be removed totally and replaced with an electric fan. The water pump is hidden behind the Timing -belt housing and is driven by the T-belt. Possibilities: Thermostat: yes: impairs circulation through main radiator, but not through heater core. Water pump: improbable, since water is obviously circulating through the heater ... Read More
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [tidester]
An employee at Advanced Auto said there was no way it could be the thermostat. He said it would cause your vehicle to overheat or spill fluid. Is this accurate? I had pretty good advice from a couple friends it is probably the thermostat but now im not sure
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Re: 2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid [Jokeryona]
Could it be just the thermostat? That was my first thought. You can examine it for obvious flaws or replace it cheaply and, with a little luck, fix the problem without looking for the more expensive possibilities. tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
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2000 KIA Sportage leaking radiator fluid
Hi Here is what happened: Last week I drove my vehicle about 50 miles or so, when I parked my car I found a leak in the upper radiator hose. It was spraying out forcefully and steaming from under the hood. I placed a new hose and there was no problem until yesterday. I made another 50 mile trip and this time my vehicle showed overheating. When I parked it water ... Read More
Kia Sportage 2004 and earlier
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Re: 2000 kia sportage owners manual [lmp4]
Just want to thank you for the towing information - its great to have help with this stuff.
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Re: 2000 kia sportage owners manual [JustCamping]
With an automatic, there is indeed a "potential" problem because there is no transfer case OFF (N) position (in fact there is a neutral position, but without a click stop, so this is an unstable condition)..which means the output shaft of the transmission and clutches would rotate with the rear wheels, a risk of cooking the trasnmission clutches. But with the 5 speed manual, you have an OFF position on the ... Read More
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2000 kia sportage owners manual
Does anyone have an owners manual to a 2000 kia sportage - 5speed 4 w/d so we can find out i we can flat tow it behind a motor home. KIA called and told us they don't recommend it - but we've gotten at least 5 yes's with different ways to do it. Do not have a manual to look at though.
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: rough start and idle 99 Kia Sportage [AKia]
My 2000 did exactly this! I ended up having to replace the fuel pump, filter and fuel line. Come to find out, the gas I pumped from the gas station had a lot of crud, dirt and sand which clogged the fuel lines. This caused a very rough idle, stalling and would not allow me to drive over 30-40 miles an hour without causing problems. It now rund perfectly and smooth ... Read More
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2000 kia sportage
Hi, I am having trouble with injector bleed down. Is it just the injector or could it be in the computer. It has 90,000 miles on it.
Kia Sportage Gasoline Leak
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no title
My fuel tank is leaking on my 2000 Kia Sportage. I printed out the Service Campaign 1996-2002 Sportage Fuel Tank Inspection .PDF and took it to both my local dealers. Niether dealer wanted to touch the tank or honor the NHTSA inspection. I read on the 'Vehicles Affected' column that it's 1996-2002 MY Sportage Models. Are those special models? How do you tell if you have a Sportage AL or KM? ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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cracked exhaust manifold
I have a 2000 kia sportage with a exhaust manifold and am looking for a used one. Anybody have one or know where to look?
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2000 Kia Sportage Hesitating
Hello, I have a 2000 Kia Sportage that has started hesitating and the check engine light flashes. I took it to autozone and they told me it was multiple misfirings. But no further explanation. Should I have gotten the code numbers from them or does anyone out there know what it could be? I live in IL and would like to get this fixed before it gets too cold. Thank guys! ... Read More
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Power windows
I have a 2000 Kia Sportage and the power windows just stopped working. I have checked the fuse under the dash, by the way, a fuse that I have never seen before that looked like that, but it seems to be fine, not blown. Anything else I can look for or check to see if it solves the problem?
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Re: starting and running problems [bonanzabowler]
I also have a 2000 kia sportage that does the same thing however even at times it won't start its like my alarm system resets and won't allow the car to start or it activates and cuts the car off. does yours do the same thing?
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timing belt for 2002 kia sportage
I'm told the belt needs replaced and it will be over $2000. This seems high to me. How do I do it myself?
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Re: Kia Sportage: Problems & Solutions [tidester]
I am having electrical issues think we found short and fixed it now the air bag light is blinking on air bag under stearing wheel knee bag? i have a 2000 kia sportage. do i need to reset the light some how? have tried battery cables please help becky beckymcutchen@yahoo.com
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Re: 2000 kia sportage [ppage1]
I'm not sure if this will help, but I just fixed my light issue. The gas caps "O" ring dries out and leaks air. Once it i replaced to reset the light you need to disconnect the negative from the battery and wait for the computer to reset. (20 seconds). After hooking up the battery back up I started the engine to reboot the computer. The Light went out since the ... Read More
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Re: 2006 Kia Sportage [freaketoze]
About freak brake lights: ground problems/contacts have been a common issue with the former model...maybe it has been carried on to the new model even if a totally different car..but this kind of "light" problem has happened for decades in all cars anyway. I had same issue with left headlight (2000) a month ago...turned out the ground contact inside the headbeam connector had gone awry.... 2 and 3: mmm...ESC...not familiar with ... Read More
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [jhl1]
Which relay? UNplug the MAIN relay for a test or pull out MAIN fuse out; and check those diagrams...specific to 2001 (the former one was 2000, most similar except BK/W wire ..... Black/white is feed to idle air control motor and should also be OFF with key off. +12V to injectors and dile control comes from the main relay, not the F.P. relay. But if MAIN relay is frozen ON, then ... Read More
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ERROR CODES..
I ran the codes on my 2000 Kia Sportage and it came up with P1586..????..any body know what this means.....
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Re: 2000 kia sportage [parker5g]
I have a 2002 Kia Sportage and my engine light has been on for about 3 years. I had it checked, but it just keeps coming on so I ignore it. Haven't noticed any problems. And after reading here, I'm thinking it's a Kia glitch. So I will continue to ignore it till my Kia gives me a reason not to.
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Re: Fuel Filter Question for a 2002 Kia Sportage 4x4 [sheri664]
Here This is in engine compartment, bolted on right hand frame low below battery (if you have battery on right hand side, of course; right hand drive models have battery on the left) I have checked mine for a better idea.. Honest.....I did not remember seing it....went to www.kiatechinfo.com (you can register for free for a lot of first hand info). then had a look at mine..had to peek for several ... Read More
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KIA FRONT DOOR WINDOW MOTOR REPLACEMENT..
Any body out there know how to replace the front window motors on a 2000 Kia Sportage..and where the best place to find them...????...I pulled the front panels off and got the driver side to work...it has a loose wire somewhere..smacking the driver door will get it to roll up..that is until I hit a big bump again and it will stop working again...now the passenger side will roll down but ... Read More
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4x4 trouble
Just bought a 2000 Kia Sportage. The 4x4 does not work. I replaced all vacume lines because they were cracked and still no 4x4. Now what?
Kia Sportage 2004 and earlier
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Re: 2002 Sportage [chrisa222]
There is no neutral opinion about this Sportage: one loves it, the other hates it. Front vacuum hubs were a problem at least until 2000..I read new seals were used in 2001-2002 that made them more reliable..but hubs are easily replaced with other type, and anyway, it does not stop you from driving 2WD ...and the price you have allows for 200-300$ if a swap proves necessary. Car..well..it is more a ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage Catalytic Converter [lmp4]
Your awesome, thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage Catalytic Converter [onejule]
onejule wrote: I think the catalytic converter in the front needs to be replaced. A mechanic in my church will do the work for free, only $200 for the part. Does anyone know, the repair shop told me theres a front catalytic converter and a rear one? Here is one http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/98-02-kia-sportage-manifold-catalytic-converter-u- pper_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33629QQihZ001QQitemZ110229830518QQrdZ1QQsspagena- meZWDVW HOwever, check this photo http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg246/avigex/frontcat.jpg as it seems some come with the front pipe, others not....
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Re: 2000 2wd kia sportage is running very rough, stalling and then dying. [
HELLO RAN I believe this was a RECALL by KIA ..you can check this at www.car.com (think they list that recall there).. 2 connectors go to YOUR COIL PACKS..Kia says C123 and C124 CONNECTORS come loose from engine vibration and make this car stall and run rough..you can wire tie them at both ends..but I taped mine REALLY tight with ELECTRICAL wire so the connectors would NOt come loose again..KIA should ... Read More
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Re: 2000 Kia Sportage Catalytic Converter [onejule]
re: think the catalytic converter in the front needs to be replaced. What were the starting elements for this conclusion? Yes there are 2 cats. Leak codes for EVAP system are quite common.....and they come and go for no reason...anyway, check all hoses to the evap can and solenoid valve on right fender and keep fuel fill cap tight.
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Re: 2000 2wd kia sportage is running very rough, stalling and then dying. [ran3030]
re: I've replaced the spark plugs, the wires, the coil packs, and we've sealed the top half of the engine again Details on year , model, engine type , color of wire . ANy code available?
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2000 2wd kia sportage is running very rough, stalling and then dying.
I've replaced the spark plugs, the wires, the coil packs, and we've sealed the top half of the engine again (oil was hitting the back spark plug) and I'm still having issues. I don't know what the name of it is, but there's a wire in the back of the engine, a little left of the center, that when moved simulated the shaking and stalling I was going through. When we ... Read More
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2000 Kia Sportage Catalytic Converter
Hello: I think the catalytic converter in the front needs to be replaced. A mechanic in my church will do the work for free, only $200 for the part. Does anyone know, the repair shop told me theres a front catalytic converter and a rear one? Is that true? Six months ago the check engine light on and the codes showed a leak in the EVAP system. Thanks.
Kia Sportage 2005 and newer
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2005 Kia Sportage - accelerates/dies
My Sportage has recently begun accelerating while driving down the road. RPM's go from 2000 to 6000 in an instant and accelerates, without warning...almost backended a car the other day. The RPM's also drop in an instant and the car feels like it's pulling back/de-accelerating. (made a large knocking sound when this happened the other day) Often when I slow down or come to a stop it cuts off/won't idle. I ... Read More
Kia Sportage Gasoline Leak
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Re: Widespread problem with fuel tank. [lmp4]
I thought I would share my knowledge on this subject since I just got back from the St. Catharines, Ontario dealership. I noticed a fuel smell coming from the back of my 2000 kia sportage, so looked around to notice it was coming from the plate a top of my fuel tank. A mechanic friend of mine got me to call kia to see if there where any recalls on such ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Whirling Noise when I turn on the heater
Hello all: I have a 2000 Kia Sportage. This morning after a 5 minute stop, I got back in the car and turned the heater on and its started making a loud whirling noise, sounded like something near the radiator? I have 107K on the vehicle. Any thoughts or suggestions, theres 4 inches of snow outside right now!!
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Re: Ammonia smell with my 2000 Kia Sportage [jeffrut]
"The smell happens pretty much while ..the gas peddle is pushed down to accelerate" This makes me think of something I experience with my Sportage...as well as my Pontiac Transport, kind of "acrid" smell, in conditions of advanced throttle position like going up a long hill..but I never made a positive identification: seems like "hot metal" smell... may be some stray exhaust, but I have no "real" leak in the system.... ... Read More
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Re: Ammonia smell with my 2000 Kia Sportage [lmp4]
Thanks for the quick reply. The smell happens pretty much while the car is warming up or is warmed up and the gas peddle is pushed down to accelerate. Hope that makes sense.
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Re: Ammonia smell with my 2000 Kia Sportage [jeffrut]
Well ....ammonia...?!?...but there two common smell intrusions with this model: one is gas...see posts just 3 or 4 positions ahead of this one, the other is coolant smell from blown heater core..all too common....and I can provide the instructions for that change....very very different from the manufacturer's handbook, and much much less expensive. So.....try to pin point the exact nature of the smell. Whe does that happen? just after starting? or ... Read More
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Ammonia smell with my 2000 Kia Sportage
My 2000 Kia Sportage has an ammonia smell coming through the vents. We took it to a mechanic who cleaned out the windshield washer line and that did not fix it. They could still smell it after that and was not sure what it is. If you had this, please let me know. Any help is very much appreciated.
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HELP!!!
I have a 2000 KIA Sportage. The problem I got is this: Last week I was driviing the KIA on and off all day. One time I got in and tryed to star it but nothing. When the key is turned all the dash lights come on the keyless entry works, but when turned to the start position there is nothing. The starter is not even trying to turnover. I was ... Read More
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Re: 2000 kia sportage [parker5g]
Have the same problem with the check engine light, but found out that the thermostat housing was the cause. They told me that they had to replace mine because of the sensors were not reading right and it was making the light come on. Seams like if Kia knows this they would put a recall out to fix it. So far no more problems. keep you posted.
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Re: ON LINE Kia manual for repairs & maintenance [bmorreale]
Hi bmorreale, I saw that you got an online manual that helped. I have a 1997 sportage and cannot find a free manual online. Is there a site were I can get it? I went to the kia owners site but they only have 2000-07.
Kia Sportage Gasoline Leak
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Widespread problem with fuel tank.
I was suprised how widespread the problem with the Kia fuel tank was, and how costly it can be to fix. I'm a used vehicle dealer, and recently had a customer return shortly after purchasing a 2000 Sportage after filling the gas tank. It's not a problem for me to make things right when there's a obvious defect. But I'm used to dealing with lots of resources to purchase parts and ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [kim48]
I would not have imagined that should be included in the "perfect Sportage owner maintenance book" ...but after investigating a fuel leak I endured for some time (Sportage 2000), here are a few hints. This tank is subject to a recall (inspection !!) in the USA, but not in Canada . The tank is easy to remove ...but disconnect all hoses and electrical connectors first from the top access panel, under ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [kim48]
I discovered the same thing yesterday. The gas smell was very strong for a number of days, but I had no idea the gas tank itself was leaking. I have a 2000 Sportage and I am going to have Kia pay for the repairs. Seems this is a chronic problem with their cars of that time period.
Kia Sportage Owners
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lighter is faster
I got a 2000 kia sportage soft top and fully removed the air condining now she pulls off about 25 city 29 highway. It also makes the front end lose about 25lbs.
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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idle speed not stable
Hi evrybody, I got a Kia sportage vin KNEJA 553515471646 type XJ of 2000.Cool and hot start engine well, but when starting to drive the car is colgged many time before reching some speed the engine so far ok. After that when i stop the car (at stop light)the speed of engine go up and down continuously (idle speed not satable)and when restarting to drive the sytmthom same as memtioned above. ... Read More
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Re: 2000 kia sportage [rgarrison]
Was reading your postings. I have had problems with my engine light as well. I replaced the manifold exhaust and the exhaust gasket and the o2 sensor. Soon after the light went off, but then came back on. No-one can seem to figure out why?
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Re: 2000 kia sportage [catkins06]
I also have a 2000 Kia Sportage and my engine light stays on all the time. I was advised that I need to replace the Exhaust Manifold & Exhaust Manifold Gasket & O2 sensor. The engine light went off after they fixed the above, but came back on shortly after. Have you gotten your repairs yet?
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Re: 2000 kia sportage [rgarrison]
Hi! Just had a similair problem. I have a 2000 Sportage. In the past 2 months i had to have them replace the spark pulled. One came unthreaded (almost blew out of the cyclinder) and melted/bent over and was causing a small fire each time it sparked. We fixed that $400 and then about a week later, i couldn't seem to get it past 45mph on the highway. Turned out to ... Read More
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Re: 1998 Kia Sportage Paint Problems [canestrare]
In 1998, my husband and I had a 1998 Kia Sportage with defective paint problems. The dealership actually had a guy come down from NJ. He inspected our Kia and determined the paint was defective from factory and they replace the vehicle with a new 2000 Kia Sportage. He told us they could try and repaint the vehicle but under warranty we would just be back again with paint problems before ... Read More
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2000 kia sportage
found the prob was not the o2 sens. clogged cat converter
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2000 KIA Sportage
Could the problems ive been having with the speed and rpm be the catalitic converter?
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2000 sportage kia (killed in action)
Good idea. Didnt think of that thanks.
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rng_66@yahoo.com
Can you clean the o2 sensors on a 2000 kia sportage?
Used Kia Sportage ... worth it?
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'99 kia sportage..worth it?
I saw a 99 sportage with 72k on the engine. There is some minor body work to be done and needs a new heater core. Is $2000 a fair price or is there something wrong that I'm missing? Also, anybody know how reliable these things are?
Kia Sportage 2005 and newer
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Question? Kia Sportage 2000
My control for the fan blower for heat & ac. only works on speed 4,,1-2 and 3 don't work,,,.I already change the switch to one tha I got from the yunk yard and still does the same thing..I need some advice,, Thank you.
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As far as towing goes
on this handsome new 2005 Kia Sportage here is some information. The Sportage's brakes are discs all around, with 215/65R-16 tires on four-cylinder models and 235/60R-16s on 4x4s. The Sportage also will tow a weight of 1500 lbs. with four-cylinder models, 2000 lb with V-6 versions. That's 500 lbs. more than recommended by Kia Motors on my 2001 Kia Sportage 4x4, Kia says only tow 1000 lbs. BTW the '01 Sportage ... Read More
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Re: How much should I pay? [xman2]
Hi Xman, I'm from Orangeville and bought my '05 Sportage LX in Feb. at Dixie/401 Kia in Toronto. A car salesman friend of ours said to go for $2000.00 (CDN) off the MSRP to start, and don't try and get money taken off the other stuff. Just get what you can knocked off the MSRP. Of course they ummed and ahed, and oh my goodness, no way $2000. Then they settled ... Read More
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Recently purchased 05 EX V6 Sportage
3/25/05, Picked up my new "Steel Silver" Sportage. Fresh off the truck, my sales person, stashed it away for me. Here's my take on how to deal with the dealers. Come right out and tell them "specifically" what you want; in other words, make your list up before you go face to face with the sales person. Be firm, but not rude, don't act like you can't live without the vehicle. ... Read More
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