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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Disassembly
1. Body measurement
Before disassembling, measure the damaged area
according to the dimensions supplied in Body
Dimension, Section 31. If deformation is present,
use a frame straightener to adjust.
When disassembling a panel, apply clamps to
prevent damage of each part, an
Applying spot sealer
Remove paint from the surface of new parts and body to be spot welded, and
apply spot sealer for rustproofing.
Selecting a welding method
If the thickness of the area to be welded with the panels overlapped is
greater than 0.1 in (3 mm), do plug welding
using a carbon ar
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