Kia Sportage: Body structure
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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
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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Components and Components
Location
Components
Front muffler
Catalytic converter
Center muffler
Main muffler
Gasket
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the front muffler (A).
Tightening torque:
39.2 ~ 58.8 N.m (4.0 ~ 6.0 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 43.4 lb-ft)
2. Re
WARNING
Fire
Do not park, idle or drive the vehicle
over or near flammable objects, such
as grass, vegetation, paper, leaves,
etc. A hot exhaust system can ignite
flammable items under your vehicle.
Also, do not remove the heat sink
around the exhaust system, do not
seal the botto
Body composition
