Target Audience:
DIY enthusiasts, independent repair shops, fleet maintenance technicians
Competitors 2008:
Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Nissan Rogue
Value Proposition:
Affordable ownership, practical interior, robust chassis for its class
Manual Benefit:
Empowers owners and technicians with detailed, accurate repair information to maintain and fix the vehicle efficiently.
Primary Coverage:
Comprehensive service and repair for 2008 Kia Sportage 2.0L models
Secondary Coverage:
Maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and component overhaul
Estimated Page Count:
1500+
Type:
Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual
Source:
Likely derived from factory service information.
Powertrain:
Engine mechanical, fuel system, ignition system, exhaust system, engine control system (ECM), transmission (manual and automatic)
Chassis:
Suspension (front and rear), steering system, brake system (including ABS), wheels and tires
Electrical:
Power distribution, lighting, instrumentation, audio system, HVAC controls, body electrical, multiplex communication systems, starter and charging system
Body:
Body panels, interior trim, glass, doors, latches, exterior trim, collision repair
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, lubrication
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures, symptom-based troubleshooting charts, electrical circuit diagrams
Repair:
Component removal, installation, adjustment, and overhaul for all major systems
Diagnostics:
OBD-II diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) interpretation, specific system diagnostics
Body And Frame:
Panel replacement, interior trim removal/installation, glass repair/replacement, collision repair guidelines.
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic fluid checks to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including electrical diagnostics and wiring schematics
Length Overall:
Approximately 172.4 inches (4379 mm)
Width Overall:
Approximately 70.9 inches (1800 mm)
Height Overall:
Approximately 65.2 inches (1655 mm)
Wheelbase:
Approximately 103.5 inches (2630 mm)
Curb Weight Est Min:
Approximately 3400 lbs (1542 kg)
Curb Weight Est Max:
Approximately 3700 lbs (1678 kg)
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
5-Star (for 2008 model year, specific to platform testing)
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
5-Star (for 2008 model year, specific to platform testing)
IIHS Front Offset Driver:
Good (for 2008 model year, specific to platform testing)
ABS:
Standard (4-wheel disc brakes with ABS)
Traction Control:
Optional on some trims
Electronic Stability Control:
Optional on some trims
Airbags Front:
Driver and front passenger airbags
Airbags Side:
Front side-impact airbags (optional on some trims)
Airbags Curtain:
Front and rear side-curtain airbags (optional on some trims)
Oil Change Interval Standard:
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) (Iridium type)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Not applicable (uses a timing chain)
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-20 API SM or ILSAC GF-4 certified
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.7 US quarts (4.4 liters) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Hyundai/Kia Super Long Life Coolant (or equivalent OAT coolant)
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4 SAE 75W-90
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
SP-III (or equivalent SP-III compatible fluid)
Power Steering Fluid Type:
ATF SP-III (or equivalent)
Common Complaints:
Premature wear on suspension components (bushings, ball joints), occasional HVAC blower motor failures, minor oil leaks from valve cover gasket.
Diagnostic Notes:
Suspect E.G.R. valve issues in higher mileage vehicles; check for intake manifold carbon buildup.
Kia Heritage:
Kia Motors Corporation, founded in 1944, is South Korea's oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles.
Sportage Generation 2:
The 2008 model belongs to the second generation (KM) of the Sportage, which ran from 2004 to 2010. This generation marked a significant shift to a unibody construction (monocoque) compared to the previous body-on-frame design.
Production Location:
South Korea (Kia's Gwangmyeong plant)
