Kia Sportage: Rustproof treatment after assembly
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 necessary.
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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
Body shell
The body consists of the body shell, frame and cross members, etc, welded
together. This provides safety, durability,
noise protection, rustproofing and vibration proofing of the vehicl
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The emission control system of your
vehicle is covered by a written limited
warranty. Please see the warranty information
contained in the Warranty &
Consumer Information manual in your
vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with an emission
control system to meet all applicable
emission re
Component location
Coupling
Sub frame
Assist arm
Lower arm
Upper arm
Trailing arm
Coil spring
Shock absorber
Stabilizer
Drive shaft
Differential carrier assembly
Components
Lock nut
Tone wheel
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