2013 Kia Sportage (SL) Repair Solution

Vehicle Details

Make: Kia

Model: Sportage (SL)

Year: 2013

Engine: 2.0L D4HA 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto

Kilometres: 147,685

Area: Engine

Category: Fuel System

Customer Complaint

Fuel leak.

Problem Summary

Fuel leaking at the fuel filter. Initial inspection showed the filter-to-head seal had failed. After replacing the filter, the seal failed again after approximately 50 km of driving. Concern raised about possible excessive pressure on the low-pressure side of the fuel system intermittently forcing the seal out.

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Quick Facts

Code	KIASL13118
Vehicle	2013 Kia Sportage (SL)
Engine	2.0L D4HA 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Complaint	Visible
Diag. Sequence	Members Only
Solution	Members Only

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