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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Warning
Safe Exit Warning warns the following
actions.
Collision warning when exiting vehicle
Watch for traffic
The warning light on the side view
mirror will blink and the warning message
will appear on the cluster, and an
audible warning will sound.
Safe Exit Warning w
Preparation for assembly
1. Spot weld finish
Use a disk grinder or similar tool to finish spot weld
mark. Do not grind more than is necessary to smooth
surface.
2. Panel preparation
Repair any bent or uneven areas with a hammer to
improve the assembly process.
3. Cutting a rough area for
Polypropylene (PP) bumper repairability
