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Kia Sportage: Vehicle protection

Kia Sportage - Second generation (JEKM) (2005-2015) - Body Workshop Manual / General information / Fundamental procedures / 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

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.

Welding procedures

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Engine compartment

Smartstream G2.5 GDi * The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration. Engine coolant reservoir Brake fluid reservoir Air cleaner Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Windshield washer fluid reservoir Fuse box Negative battery terminal

Tire replacement with TPMS

If you have a flat tire, the Low Tire Pressure telltale will come on. Have the flat tire repaired by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible or replace the flat tire with the spare tire. CAUTION Repair Agents Never use a puncture-repairing agent not approved by Kia to repair and/or inf

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