No, only do that if they are leaking, those seals usually good for 250,000 miles or replace at time of engine rebuild.
this question has been answered under 2000 kia sportage timing belt replacement.
all sportage up thru 2002 have timing belts.then they had a big model change.
no you do not have to change the timing chain when changing the water pump.
They say it is after 100.000 Km.
65000 miles.
we checked the fuel pump and its good???
what is the timing mark for 2002 kia sportage?
This is a job best left to a professional.
it is auto timed thru the cam shaft and crankshaft sensors.You cannot change it. The timing belt has timing marks when you change the belt in which you line up the crank and cams.
when should I change the timing belt on a 2006 kia sportage ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ According to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera ) On a 2006 Kia Sportage ( both the 2.0 liter four cylinder and the 2.7 liter V6 ) ( inspect at 60,000 miles / replace at 80,000 miles , they also show that both engines are interference engines )
I'm not familiar with this model. But if the water pump is driven by the timing belt that is always worth changing at the same time also it is advisable to change the belt tensioner and any belt idlers at the same time Inspect the serpentine belt change if getting worn.
It is not necessary to change timing gears when changing a timing chain unless they have become worn. You won't know if this is the case until you get the cover off and inspect them. It is necessary to change any chain tensioners when you change your timing chain.