Kia Sportage: Body composition
Body shell
The body consists of the body shell, frame and cross members, etc, welded
together. This provides safety, durability,
noise protection, rustproofing and vibration proofing of the vehicle.

Body service holes
Body service holes are provided in the inner panel to improve serviceability
of the body.

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Radiator support panel complete
Fender apron panel
Fender apron panel assembly
Front side outer member assembly
Cowl & Dash panel
Cowl panel complete
Cowl side outer pan
Front seat cross rear member assembly
Center floor panel
Side sill inner panel assembly
Center floor side outer member assembly
Center floor side inner member assembly
Propeller shaft m
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1. Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire (A).
2. Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the re
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
A tilt and telescopic steering wheel
allows you to adjust the steering wheel
before you drive. You can also raise it to
give your legs more room when you exit
and enter the vehicle.
The steering wheel should be positioned
so that it is comfortable for yo