Kia Sportage: Welding procedures
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, smoke or allow open flames around
volatile chemicals, cleaners or solvents or in any
area where they have just been used.
Body frame straightener
When using a frame straightener, do not enter the area
where the body is being straightened by the chain.
Electrical procedures
1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2. Do not pull on wires when disconnecting electrical
connectors. Be careful to hold the connector itself
when disconnecting it.
3. Insert the connector until it "clicks" when connecting
the connector.
4. Handle all electrical components with care.
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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
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 w
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When the amount of refrigerant is low,
the performance of the air conditioning
is reduced. Overfilling also has a negative
impact on the air conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by an
authorized Kia dealer.
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The oil and refrigeran
Assembly
1. Checking welding and fitting in advance
When assembling a new part, measure the
dimensions of each part according to the body
dimensions given in Section 31, and set part to the
reference dimensions.
Prior to final welding, check the fit of all related parts.
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