Kia Sportage: General Information

Kia Sportage Third generation (SL) - (2011-2016) - Service and Repair Manual / Steering System / General Information

 Rear Body, Under Body

Rear Body Body Repair * These dimensions indicated in this figure are actual-measurement dimensions. Under Body Body Repair  Projected Dimensions * These dimensions indicated in this figure are actual-measurement dimensions.  Actual-Measurement Dimensions * These

 Preparation of assembly

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