Kia Sportage: Preparation of assembly
Kia Sportage - Second generation (JEKM) (2005-2015) - Body Workshop Manual / General information / For best results / 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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Assembly
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
Rustproof treatment after assembly
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
Vehicle lift (2-Support type) and safety stand positions
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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Idle Stop and Go (ISG) system
The Idle Stop and Go (ISG) system
reduces fuel consumption by automatically
shutting down the engine when the
vehicle is at a standstill. (For example:
red light and traffic jam)
The engine starts automatically as soon
as the starting conditions are met.
The I
Transmission overheated
Transmission Hot! Park with engine
on
Trans cooled. Resume driving
When driving on muddy and sandy
roads under the severe condition, the
transmission could be overheated.
When the transmission is overheated,
the safe protection mode engages
and the "Transmission Ho
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