{"product_id":"ignition-coil-iridium-spark-plugs-for-kia-sportage-1995-2002-2-0l","title":"Ignition Coil + Iridium Spark Plugs for Kia Sportage (1995-2002) 2.0L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Ignition Coil \u0026amp; Iridium Plug Kit for 1995-2002 Kia Sportage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ignition coil and iridium spark plug kit replaces degraded factory ignition packs and worn plugs on the 1995-2002 Kia Sportage 2.0L to eliminate engine misfires, restore primary spark energy, and optimize combustion chamber flame propagation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Kia Sportage Secondary Voltage Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first-generation \u003cstrong\u003eJA\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis Kia Sportage utilizes a waste-spark coil setup over the \u003cstrong\u003eFE-DOHC\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0L engine. Over time, persistent thermal cycling inside the compact engine bay degrades the original \u003cstrong\u003e0K01318100\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eUF283\u003c\/strong\u003e ignition coil insulation. Micro-fissures in the factory PBT housing permit moisture ingress, inducing dielectric breakdown and internal resistance spikes. Coupled with eroded standard plug gaps, this high secondary resistance triggers spark blowout under load, erratic idle, reduced fuel efficiency, and recurring P0300-series trouble codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis refresh package restores ignition stability via heavy-duty coil packs and fine-wire iridium plugs. The replacement coils feature high-temperature copper windings vacuum-potted in impact-resistant epoxy resin to resist heat soak and voltage arcing. Paired with laser-welded 0.6mm fine-wire iridium center electrode spark plugs, the kit minimizes firing voltage demand from the secondary circuit. The iridium construction offers superior thermal durability and fouling resistance, stabilizing combustion pressure across all driving cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1995-2002 Kia Sportage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFE-DOHC\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0L \/ \u003cstrong\u003eJA\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e130 hp \/ 127 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e0K01318100, UF283, 178-8250, 5C1186, 673-8200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1995-2002 Kia Sportage Base 2.0L I4 (FE-DOHC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1995-2002 Kia Sportage EX 2.0L I4 (FE-DOHC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2001-2002 Kia Sportage Limited 2.0L I4 (FE-DOHC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the JA Sportage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1995-2002 Kia Sportage equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eFE-DOHC\u003c\/strong\u003e engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the iridium spark plugs pre-gapped for this engine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, the spark plugs are pre-set to factory clearance, though verifying gap specs prior to threading into the aluminum cylinder head is recommended shop practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Kia Utility Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether navigating rough backroads or hauling gear on utility trails, stable primary ignition is critical to low-end torque delivery and powertrain reliability under sustained loads.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50622876287224,"sku":"DS-EUXDWHOVC","price":84.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/ignition-coil-iridium-spark-plugs-for-kia-sportage-1995-2002-2-0l-1.jpg?v=1790276330","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/ignition-coil-iridium-spark-plugs-for-kia-sportage-1995-2002-2-0l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}