Kia Sportage: Waterproof and rustproof
Kia Sportage - Second generation (JEKM) (2005-2015) - Body Workshop Manual / 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).
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Tail gate
Under coating
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Applying rustproofing material
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Door
Hood
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Polypropylene (PP) bumper repairability
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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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) prevents
the wheels from locking. So the
vehicle remains stable and can still be
steered.
ABS (or ESC) will not prevent accidents
due to improper or dangerous driving
maneuvers. Even though vehicle control
is improved during emergency braking,
always mainta
Front Cross Member
Repair procedures
Replacement
1. Remove the front wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:
88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel &
tire (A).
2. Disconnect the stabilizer link (B) from the f
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