Kia Sportage: Vehicle protection
1. Cover the seats before performing any procedure to
keep them from getting dirty.
2. Cover all glasses, seats and mats with a heat
resistant cover when welding.

3. Protect moldings, garnishes and ornaments.
A word about safety
1. Wear the appropriate safety equipment that is
necessary for the procedure being performed.

2. When welding or performing other procedures that
require the use of an open flame near the fuel tank,
disconnect and remove the tank and fuel pipe, and
cap the pipe to prevent fuel leakage.

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Observe the following tips when welding.
1. Wear appropriate eye protection.
2. Carefully follow the manufacturers operating
instructions for the welding machine you are using.
3. Do not weld,
Measuring dimensions before beginning
Measure the dimensions of the damaged area according to the body dimension
drawings before disassembling
and repairing. Adjust dimensions with body frame adju
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Instrument panel overview
Audio remote control button
Driver's front air bag
Horn
Driving Assist button
Instrument cluster
Light control/turn signals lever
Wiper and washer control lever
Infotainment system
Hazard warning flasher switch
Climate control system/
Specifications
Specifications
VFS: Variable Force Solenoid
Sensors
Input Speed Sensor
Type: Hall effect sensor
Specifications
Output Speed Sensor
Type: Hall effect sensor
Specifications
Oil Temperature Sensor
Type: Negative thermal coefficien