Kia Sportage: Notes when welding body
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Most body parts are spot welded. In order to disassemble the damaged area, it
is best to disassemble the spot
welded area from the body frame using a spot cutter or candle type edge drill
bit. Do
1. Commercial spot welding machines do not perform
as well as the machines used in the manufacturing
process. When spot welding, increase the number
of spot welds by 30% (1.3 times the original num
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 str
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For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain the recommended
tire pressures and stay within the
load limits and weight distribution
recommended for your vehicle.
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures
All tire pressures should be checked
when th
Components and Components Location
Components
Windshield side
molding
Windshield glass
Repair procedures
Replacement
Removal
CAUTION
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces
1. Remove the following items
Front pilla