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Kia Sportage: Exterior

Kia Sportage Third generation (SL) - (2011-2016) - Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Exterior

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 Fender | Hood

Repair procedures  Replacement CAUTION When removing and installing the fender, an assistant is necessary. Be careful not to damage the fender and body. When removing the clips

 Tail Gate

Repair procedures  Replacement Tail Gate Trim Replacement CAUTION When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related p

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 Air bag non-inflation conditions

Air bags may not deploy in certain low-speed collisions where the air bag would not add any benefit beyond the protection already offered by the seat belts. Front air bags are not designed to inflate in rear collisions, because occupants are moved backward by the force of the imp

 Noise and smoke

When inflated, the air bags make a loud noise and leave smoke and powder in the air inside the vehicle. This is normal and is a result of the ignition of the air bag inflator. After the air bag inflates, you may feel substantial discomfort in breathing due to the contact of your chest with bot

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