Kia Sportage: Preparation of assembly
Applying spot sealer
Remove paint from the surface of new parts and body to be spot welded, and
apply spot sealer for rustproofing.
Selecting a welding method
If the thickness of the area to be welded with the panels overlapped is
greater than 0.1 in (3 mm), do plug welding
using a carbon arc welding machine.

Machining holes for plug welding
Drill a hole of approximately 0.2~0.24 in (5~6 mm) in
diameter in those areas which are not suitable for spot
welding.

Adjusting a new part
The new part should be cut larger than the repair area,
overlapping the repair area by 1.2~2.0 in (30~50 mm).

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Measuring dimensions before welding
When assembling a new part, assemble it according to the body dimensions
given in Section 31, and start welding
after checking the gaps with nearby parts.
Caut
Body sealing
Apply body sealer where necessary.
Applying rustproof material
Apply rustproofing material (wax, oil, etc.) behind welded area.
Applying undercoat
Apply undercoat on the body where
1. Place the lift blocks under the support points as shown in the
illustration.
2. Raise the hoist a few inches and rock the vehicle to be sure it is firmly
supported.
3. Raise the hoist to fu
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Power Window Timer Control
1. After IGN1 is On. Power Window can operate and after IGN1 Off it is possible to operate the Power window, for "PwdwTime"(30 sec +-3 sec).
2. During counting the PwdwTime"(30 sec +-3 sec), if Driver or Assistant side Door is open, the working the P
Reverse Parking Distance Warning will
help warn the driver if a person, an animal
or an object is detected within a certain
distance when the vehicle is moving
in reverse.
Detecting sensor
Rear ultrasonic sensors
Refer to the picture above for the
detailed location of the detecting senso