2006 Kia Sportage Service and Repair Manual

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2006 Kia Sportage service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • LX Sport Utility 4-Door
  • EX Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.0L 1975CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.7L 2656CC V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2006 Kia Sportage Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #09V13000017/04/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP S

Consequence

ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS, ALONE OR IN COMBINATION, MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNER

TSB #11017172

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provid

TSB #11000787

This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced.

TSB #10226555

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmis

TSB #10201529

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b

TSB #10183431

TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th

TSB #10133187

QA - Listing of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers regarding the Product Improvement Program.

TSB #10133188

TSB: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN - FUEL TANK STRAP REPLACEMENT (PI1801) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the fuel tank straps on certain 2005-2007MY Sportage vehicles manufactured from May 27, 2004 through April 25, 2007.

TSB #10133170

PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.

Showing the 8 most recent of 31 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20070802Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICCrash reported2 injured

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE DOWNHILL, THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. SHE APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE, BUT THE VEHICLE CO

20201119Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

I HIT THE SIDE OF A CAR I DIDN'T SEE WHILE PULLING OUT OF A CAR PARK ONTO THE ROAD, SO I WAS MOVING SLOWLY FORWARD. A CAR HAD APPEARED FROM BEHIND 2 TURNING CARS AND I HIT THE SIDE OF IT. NEITHER THE

20201119Component: SEAT BELTSCrash reported1 injured

I HIT THE SIDE OF A CAR I DIDN'T SEE WHILE PULLING OUT OF A CAR PARK ONTO THE ROAD, SO I WAS MOVING SLOWLY FORWARD. A CAR HAD APPEARED FROM BEHIND 2 TURNING CARS AND I HIT THE SIDE OF IT. NEITHER THE

20170828Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

I WAS DRIVING DOWNHILL A CITY STREET AND BEGAN TO TURN RIGHT. AS I WAS SLOWLY TURNING GOING ABOUT 15-20MPH USING THE BRAKES, ANOTHER VEHICLE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25-40MPH, HIT MINE ON THE FRONT DRIVE

20071113Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

MY DAUGHTER HIT THE REAR OF A LARGE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING MY 2006 KIA SPORTAGE. THE INVESTIGATING OFFICER AND THE BODY SHOP REPAIRMAN BOTH TOLD ME THEY HAD NEVER SEEN A VEHICLE SO HEAVILY DAMAGED FAIL

Showing the 5 most serious of 169 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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