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KNOWN FAULT · Kia

Glow plugs, timing belt and suspension on the second-generation Sportage

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Engine / equipment
Kia Sportage II (2.0 and 2.7 V6 petrol, 2.0 CRDi)
Period mentioned
2004–2010
Symptoms
On the diesel, several attempts to start when cold and rough running; steering play, worn bushings, rusty or broken springs, oil leaks and water in the cabin.
Possible cause described
Faulty glow plugs cause the diesel’s poor starting. The timing belt must be replaced after 6 years or 90,000 km. Inspections flag bushings, steering, springs, brakes and fuel lines; the EGR also fails.
Check for the garage
Measure the glow plugs, confirm the belt change and check suspension, springs and door drains.
Cost cited in the source
No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

CarWiki: known problems of the Kia Sportage

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

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How is it checked?

Measure the glow plugs, confirm the belt change and check suspension, springs and door drains.

What are the symptoms?

On the diesel, several attempts to start when cold and rough running; steering play, worn bushings, rusty or broken springs, oil leaks and water in the cabin.

Which cars and years does it affect?
Brands
Kia
Engine / equipment
Kia Sportage II (2.0 and 2.7 V6 petrol, 2.0 CRDi)
Period mentioned
2004–2010

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