{"product_id":"18-21-kia-sportage-mk4-ql-1-6-t-gdi-petrol-intercooler-pipe-hose-28234-3l135","title":"18-21 KIA SPORTAGE MK4 QL 1.6 T-GDI PETROL INTERCOOLER PIPE HOSE 28234-3L135","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n        \n        \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n    \u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e\n    \u003ctitle\u003eAutomotive Component Listing\u003c\/title\u003e\n    \u003cstyle\u003e\n        body { font-family: 'Segoe UI', Arial, sans-serif; margin: 0; padding: 0; background-color: #0f172a; color: #334155; }\n        .full-sheet { width: 100%; max-width: 1000px; margin: 40px auto; background-color: #ffffff; border-radius: 12px; box-shadow: 0 10px 25px rgba(0,0,0,0.3); overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #1e293b; }\n        .brand-header { background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1e3a8a 0%, #0f172a 100%); color: #ffffff; padding: 35px 40px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 4px solid #3b82f6; }\n        .brand-header h1 { margin: 0; font-size: 36px; letter-spacing: 2px; font-weight: 800; text-transform: uppercase; }\n        .brand-header p { margin: 8px 0 0 0; font-size: 16px; color: #93c5fd; letter-spacing: 1px; text-transform: uppercase; }\n        .main-container { padding: 45px; }\n        .section-heading { font-size: 22px; color: #1e3a8a; border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e1; padding-bottom: 6px; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 18px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.5px; }\n        .intro-text { font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.6; color: #475569; margin-bottom: 25px; }\n        .info-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 24px; margin-bottom: 15px; }\n        .info-card { background-color: #f8fafc; border-left: 5px solid #3b82f6; padding: 20px; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; border-top: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0; }\n        .info-card p { margin: 8px 0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.4; }\n        .info-card strong { color: #1e293b; font-weight: 600; }\n        .bullet-list { padding-left: 20px; margin: 15px 0; }\n        .bullet-list li { margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 14.5px; color: #334155; line-height: 1.5; }\n        \n        \/* Item Specifics Table Styling *\/\n        .specifics-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px; background-color: #ffffff; }\n        .specifics-table tr:nth-child(even) { background-color: #f8fafc; }\n        .specifics-table td { padding: 12px 18px; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.4; width: 50%; }\n        .specifics-table td.label { font-weight: 600; color: #1e293b; background-color: #f1f5f9; border-right: 2px solid #cbd5e1; }\n        .specifics-table td.value { color: #475569; }\n\n        .footer-banner { background-color: #0f172a; color: #94a3b8; text-align: center; padding: 25px; font-size: 13px; border-top: 4px solid #3b82f6; }\n        .footer-banner strong { color: #f8fafc; }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\n\n        \n        \n        \u003cdiv class=\"full-sheet\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- Corporate Brand Header --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"brand-header\"\u003e\n        \u003ch1\u003eThe Part Pilot\u003c\/h1\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003ePremium Automotive Parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"main-container\"\u003e\n        \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"section-heading\"\u003eComponent Overview\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"intro-text\"\u003e\n            This genuine OEM Kia turbocharged engine charge air intercooler pipe hose assembly mounts directly into the boost pressure distribution circuit. Sourced from factory multi-point injection 1.6 T-GDI petrol engine configurations, this structural flexible fluid tracking pipeline routes highly compressed boost air seamlessly down the induction core lines. Replacing a split, oil-degraded, or ballooning hose assembly instantly addresses hazardous vacuum leaks, resolves persistent engine hesitation under load, stabilizes irregular turbo boost drops, and prevents the vehicle from entering a restrictive drivetrain limp-mode protection sequence.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003c!-- Item Specifics Data Table --\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"section-heading\"\u003eItem Specifics\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ctable class=\"specifics-table\"\u003e\n            \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003eTurbocharged Intercooler Pipe Hose \/ Charge Air Induction Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003ePlacement on Vehicle\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003eFront Engine Bay, Boost Air Intercooler Intake Circuit Route\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003eReinforced Multi-Ply Anti-Ballooning Core, Molded Structural Core End Connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003ePrimary OEM Part ID\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003e28234-3L135\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eAlternative Code Formatting\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003e282343L135 \/ 28234 3L135\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eInterchange Part Reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003eTurbo Intake Hose \/ Boost Air Feeding Pipe \/ Charge Pipe Line \/ Sportage QL Pipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eFitment Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003eDirect Mechanical Swap Replacement (Secures natively with original heavy-duty screw clamps)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eNumber of Pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003e1 Individual Integrated High-Pressure Flexible Boost Induction Hose Segment\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003eOil-Resistant High-Temperature Fluorosilicone Elastomer Rubber Composite\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eColor Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003eSatin Matte Black Non-Reflective Smooth Factory Texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"label\"\u003eCountry\/Region of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd class=\"value\"\u003eSouth Korea (Kia Motors Corporation Genuine Global Supply Infrastructure)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n        \u003c!-- Technical Specification Matrix --\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"section-heading\"\u003ePart Identification Data\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"info-grid\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"info-card\"\u003e\n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Sourcing Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28234-3L135 Base Component Architecture Map\u003c\/p\u003e\n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Pressure Boost Air Stabilization \/ Fluid Dynamic Charge Pathing\u003c\/p\u003e\n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyundai-Kia J6 Crossover Platform Infrastructure (Sportage MK4 QL Run)\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"info-card\"\u003e\n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calibrated exclusively for Gamma 1.6 T-GDI Petrol Engines\u003c\/p\u003e\n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeometric State:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-checked to guarantee 100% sound roundness and structural thick wall lines\u003c\/p\u003e\n                \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kia Motors Corporation Genuine OEM Factory Asset\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003c!-- Expanded Vehicle Fitment Matrix with Names and Years --\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"section-heading\"\u003eDetailed Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"intro-text\"\u003e\n            This genuine factory safety component is engineered to slide into the charge air systems of the fourth-generation crossover platforms detailed below:\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"bullet-list\"\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKia Sportage MK4 QL Facelift SUV Series (1.6 T-GDI Petrol Drivetrains Only):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2, 3, 4, Edition 25, Axis, Vision, Wave, and GT-Line models equipped with factory 1.6L turbocharged petrol engines (G4FJ Motor Configurations) (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021)\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross-Brand Sister Platform Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e May cross-reference natively with matching production era Hyundai Tucson TL facelift 1.6 T-GDI variants utilizing identical charge line indexing matrix layouts. Always verify factory code **28234-3L135** matches prior to final application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003c!-- Important Advisory Guidelines --\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"section-heading\"\u003eTechnical \u0026amp; Installation Parameters\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"bullet-list\"\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemoval Precaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prior to unbolting the heavy-duty worm-drive retaining bands or spring clips anchoring this hose line, verify the engine has cooled down completely. Turbocharged induction pipes collect heavy thermal energy loops during active operation. Ensure any surrounding layout sensor pigtails (such as a manifold absolute pressure \/ MAP sensor wire node) are cleared out of the field of workspace layout to prevent accidental clip breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil Contamination Cleansing Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blow-by oil vapor mist patterns from engine crankcase ventilation loops natively gather inside standard turbo hoses over structural life cycles. Before locking down your replacement charge air line pipe home, wipe down the hard plastic or metal throttle\/intercooler land collars with a quick-dry degreaser cleaner. Seating a boost hose onto an active oily neck frame invites the hose to blow off under wide-open-throttle load loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsed Cosmetic Condition Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from an accident-free, clean salvage donor vehicle running a highly maintained engine bay assembly, this structural boost tracking segment has been thoroughly pressure-washed, degreased, and hand-inspected. The interior wall liner layer is completely solid without delamination, deep cracks, clamp gouge slices, or wall breakdown. Expect minimal superficial used storage marks or faint dust from warehouse shelf placement; structural screw rings or separate mounting bracket hardware are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Footer Banner --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"footer-banner\"\u003e\n        © 2026 \u003cstrong\u003eThe Part Pilot\u003c\/strong\u003e. All rights reserved. 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