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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This vehicle is equipped with a variety of
lights to illuminate the interior and exterior
of the vehicle.
CAUTION
To prevent the battery from being discharged,
do not leave the headlamp and
interior light on for a prolonged time
while the engine is not running.
Battery saver function
The pu
In some circumstances resetting the
sunroof operation may need to be performed.
Some instances where resetting
the sunroof may be required include:
When the 12-volt battery is either disconnected
or discharged
When the sunroof fuse is replaced
If the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/