Kia Sportage: Assembly
Measuring dimensions before welding
When assembling a new part, assemble it according to the body dimensions
given in Section 31, and start welding
after checking the gaps with nearby parts.
Caution when welding
The number of welding points should be determined based on the criteria
below:

Caution when spot welding
- The tip of the spot welding machine should be maintained to a minimum of
0.1 in (3 mm) because it greatly
affects welding strength. When possible, spot welding should be done between
the existing spot welded points.
- Before and after spot welding, weld a test piece (test pin) of the same
material as the body panel, and check the
welding strength.

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Body sealing
Apply body sealer where necessary.
Applying rustproof material
Apply rustproofing material (wax, oil, etc.) behind welded area.
Applying undercoat
Apply undercoat on the body where
1. Place the lift blocks under the support points as shown in the
illustration.
2. Raise the hoist a few inches and rock the vehicle to be sure it is firmly
supported.
3. Raise the hoist to fu
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The rear seat is equipped with headrests
in all the seating positions for the occupant's
safety and comfort.
The headrest
not only provides comfort
for passengers, but also helps protect
the head and neck in the event of a collision.
To maximize the effectiveness in case of
accidents
With a smart key, you can lock or unlock
a door and even start the engine without
inserting the key.
Type A
Type B
Lock (1)
All doors are locked if the lock button is
pressed. If all doors are closed, the hazard
warning lights will blink and the
chime will sound once to indicate that al