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Kia Sportage: Body structure

Kia Sportage - Second generation (JEKM) (2005-2015) - Body Workshop Manual / Body structure

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 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 vehicl

 High tension steel sheet used area

 Radiator support panel

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

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 Front Cross Member

Repair procedures  Replacement 1. Remove the front 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. Disconnect the stabilizer link (B) from the f

 Closing the liftgate

To close the liftgate, lower and push down the liftgate firmly. Make sure that the liftgate is securely latched. WARNING Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the way before closing the liftgate. WARNING Exhaust fumes The liftgate lid should be

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