Kia Sportage: 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 necessary.
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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
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 vehicl
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Components and Components Location
Components
Shift lever knob & boots
assembly
Shift lever assembly
Control cable assembly
Manual control lever (T/M side)
Repair procedures
Removal
Shift Lever Assembly Replacement
1. Remove the center console assembly. (Refer to "
Components Location
Fuel tank
Fuel pump
Fuel filter
Fuel pressure regulator
Canister
Fuel tank air filter
Fuel tank band
Fuel tank pressure sensor (FTPS)
Canister close valve (CCV)
Fuel level sensor (FLS)
Fuel filler hose
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