Kia Sportage: Vehicle protection
1. Cover the seats before performing any procedure to
keep them from getting dirty.
2. Cover all glasses, seats and mats with a heat
resistant cover when welding.

3. Protect moldings, garnishes and ornaments.
A word about safety
1. Wear the appropriate safety equipment that is
necessary for the procedure being performed.

2. When welding or performing other procedures that
require the use of an open flame near the fuel tank,
disconnect and remove the tank and fuel pipe, and
cap the pipe to prevent fuel leakage.

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Observe the following tips when welding.
1. Wear appropriate eye protection.
2. Carefully follow the manufacturers operating
instructions for the welding machine you are using.
3. Do not weld,
Measuring dimensions before beginning
Measure the dimensions of the damaged area according to the body dimension
drawings before disassembling
and repairing. Adjust dimensions with body frame adju
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The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is
designed to stabilize the vehicle during
cornering maneuvers.
ESC applies the brakes on individual
wheels and intervenes with the vehicle
management system to stabilize the
vehicle.
ESC will not prevent accidents. Excessive
speed in turns, abru
The high-pressure cooling system has a
reservoir filled with year round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at
the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year, at the
beginning of the winter season, and
before traveling to a colder climate.
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