Kia Sportage: Plastic parts
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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
Damage to the bumper that reaches the surface of the polyporpylene cannot be
fixed just by painting. Use the repair
methods shown below to repair damage that reaches the surface of the
polypropyl
Kia Sportage (3-Gen) - Third Generation (SL) Service and Repair Manual contains detailed procedures and information for the maintenance, service and repair of various aspects of the Kia Sportage SL.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
Tail Gate Trim Replacement
CAUTION
When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective
tape, and apply protective tape around the
related parts, to prevent damage.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove the upper trim (C).
2.
Component Location
Start Stop Button (SSB)
FOB key holder
FOB key
Tailgate switch
Smart key unit
RF receiver
BCM (Body Control Module)
Interior antenna 1
Interior antenna 2
Interior antenna 3
Door handle & door antenna
Bumpe
Polypropylene (PP) bumper repairability
