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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After starting the vehicle, a beep will
sound once when the gear is shifted to R
(Reverse) to indicate Forward/Reverse
Parking Distance Warning is operating
normally.
However, if one or more of the following
occurs, first check whether th
The basic function for Forward Collision-
Avoidance Assist is warned and controlled
by the following level.
Collision Warning
Emergency Braking
Stopping vehicle and ending brake
control
Collision Warning
Collision Warning
The warning message, and an audible
warning will wa