Kia Sportage: Rustproof treatment after assembly
Kia Sportage - Second generation (JEKM) (2005-2015) - Body Workshop Manual / General information / For best results / 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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Vehicle lift (2-Support type) and safety stand positions
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 composition
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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Consumer Assistance (U.S. only)
Roadside Assistance is provided on all
new current model year Kia Vehicles
from the date the vehicle is delivered to
the first retail buyer or otherwise put into
use (inservice date), whichever is earlier,
for a period of 60 months or 60,000
miles, whichever is earlier, subject to the
terms,
Battery replacement
The smart key uses a 3 volt lithium battery
which will normally last for several
years.
If you are
unsure how to use or replace
the battery, contact an authorized Kia
dealer.
Detach mechanical key from your
smart key.
Pry open the key cover.
Replace the smart key cover with a
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