Kia Sportage: Waterproof and rustproof
Sealing
To waterproof and rustproof the vehicle, apply sealer on assembled area of
the body panel and on any areas in
contact with the body, such as doors (inner/outer), hood (inner/outer), and tail
gate (inner/outer).
Body (Floor)

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Door

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Hood

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Tail gate

Under coating

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Applying rustproofing material
Body

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Door

Hood

Tail gate

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Modification tools
Cut and disassembly tools
Assembly tools
Measurement tools
Welding machine
Buffing and grinding tools
Handheld tools
Repair tools set
The three types of damaged bumpers shown below can
be repaired. Because of cost and quality
considerations, bumpers with more damage may be
repaired, but replacing the bumper is encouraged.
1. If
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Repair procedures
Inspection
Remove the overhead console lamp assembly then check for continuity between terminals. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the map lamp switch.
Ground
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Door (-)
Battery (+)
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Removal
1. Disconnect the negat
Within 20 seconds after the vehicle
ignition is OFF, move the wiper lever
to MIST position for over 2 seconds
until the wiper moves down to the
bottom middle part.
Raise the wiper arm and pull out the
wiper blade assembly.
Lift up the wiper blade, and pull the
blade to