Kia Sportage: Fender: Repair procedures
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When removing and installing the fender, an assistant is necessary.
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Be careful not to damage the fender and body.
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When removing the clips, use a clip remover.
1.
Remove the front bumper cover.
(Refer to the BD group – “Front bumper”)
2.
Loosen the mud guard (A) mounting screws and clips.
3.
After loosening the mounting screws and clips, then remove the side sill moulding (A).
4.
Detach the clips and then remove the insulator pad (A).
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After loosening the mounting screw and bolt, then remove the front bumper side mounting bracket (A).
6.
After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the fender (A).
7.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Replacement
Hood Assembly Replacement
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When removing and installing the hood, an assistant is necessary.
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Take care not to damaged the hood and bo ...