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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Repair procedures
Inspection
[Fuel pump]
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then remove battery (-) cable.
2. Remove the fuel pump assembly.
3. Check motor operation by fuel pump connector (A) connecting power (No.4) and
ground (No.5).
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Fuel sender signal
Fuel sender gr
Sealing
To waterproof and rustproof the vehicle, apply sealer on assembled area of
the body panel and on any areas in
contact with the body, such as doors (inner/outer), hood (inner/outer), and tail
gate (inner/outer).
Body (Floor)
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Door
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Hood
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