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Kia Sportage: Body composition

Kia Sportage - Second generation (JEKM) (2005-2015) - Body Workshop Manual / Body structure / 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 vehicle.

Body service holes

Body service holes

Body service holes are provided in the inner panel to improve serviceability of the body.

High tension steel sheet used area

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     Radiator support panel

    Radiator support panel complete Fender apron panel Fender apron panel assembly Front side outer member assembly Cowl & Dash panel Cowl panel complete Cowl side outer pan

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    Front seat cross rear member assembly Center floor panel Side sill inner panel assembly Center floor side outer member assembly Center floor side inner member assembly Propeller shaft m

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    The alarm will be activated if any of the following occurs while the system is armed. A front or rear door is opened without using the smart key. The liftgate is opened without using the smart key. The hood is opened. The horn will sound and the hazard warning lights will blink con

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