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The first generation Sportage (1994-2002) with 2 liter DOHC was not interference. A broken timing belt will generally not result in engine damage and replacing the belt (don't forget the pulleys and water pump) will get you back on the road.
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Is a 2000 Kia Sportage dohc engine interference?
The sohc engines were, the dohc engines are not the above info is wrong ,DOHC is an interference engine on Kia sportages ,i rebuild them all the time, please replace timing belts when specified, damage can be tremendous.
Is a1999 Kia Sportage 2.0 an none interferance engine?
No they are all interference engines , sorry . from 1995 thru 2002 models.
What kia engines are interference?
All kia engines are intereference engines kia will not confirm but it is true
What are interference engines?
All Kia engines are intereference engines kia will not confirm but it is true
When to change timing belt on 2006 Kia Sportage?
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 )
Is a 1996 Kia Sportage 2.0 engine a non interference engine?
is a2006 kia spectra 2.0 engine a non interference engine
Does a 1999 Kia Sportage have an interference motor?
It has a Non interference engine! the 2.0 doc IS an interference engine.Come by my shop and I'll show you the damage.
Does the 2007 Kia Sportage have an interference motor?
if you have the 2.ol 4 cyl. yes, V6 no.
Does a 2002 Kia Sportage have an interference engine?
2.0l big yes, v-6 probably not but ask Kia dealer on v-6.
Will a broken timing result in valve damage in a 1999 Kia Sportage?
Yes, the 1999 Kia Sportage with 2.0L DOHC is an "interference" engine, meaning the valves can hit the pistons if the timing belt broke.
Does a 2001 Kia Sportage have an interference motor?
Yes. If the timing belt breaks severe damage will occur
Does a 2006 6cylinder Kia sportage have an interference or non-interference engine?
The 2.7 liter V6 is an interference engine according to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etc. )
