Kia Sportage: Exterior
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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
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 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
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