Kia Sportage: 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 arc welding machine.

Machining holes for plug welding
Drill a hole of approximately 0.2~0.24 in (5~6 mm) in
diameter in those areas which are not suitable for spot
welding.

Adjusting a new part
The new part should be cut larger than the repair area,
overlapping the repair area by 1.2~2.0 in (30~50 mm).

READ NEXT:
Measuring dimensions before welding
When assembling a new part, assemble it according to the body dimensions
given in Section 31, and start welding
after checking the gaps with nearby parts.
Caut
Body sealing
Apply body sealer where necessary.
Applying rustproof material
Apply rustproofing material (wax, oil, etc.) behind welded area.
Applying undercoat
Apply undercoat on the body where
1. Place the lift blocks under the support points as shown in the
illustration.
2. Raise the hoist a few inches and rock the vehicle to be sure it is firmly
supported.
3. Raise the hoist to fu
SEE MORE:
Component Location
Driver power window switch
Assist power window switch
SJB (Smart Junction Box)
Door lock switch
Tailgate lock actuator & switch
Front door lock actuator & switch
Rear door lock actuator & switch
Power Door Lock Actuator
If you have a flat tire, you can change
the flat tire to a spare tire using tools.
WARNING
Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent
damage to the tire. Re-inflating a
tire after it has been driven on while
severely underinflated or flat may cause
a blowout and a serious crash. Never
attem