Kia Sportage: Hood / Hood Assembly Repair procedures
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Be careful not to damage the hood and body.
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When removing and installing the hood, an assistant is needed.
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When removing the clips, use a clip remover.
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Remove the hood assembly (A) after loosening the hood hinge (B) mounting
bolts.
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Tightening torque :
21.6 - 26.5 N·m (2.2 - 2.7 kgf·m, 15.9 - 19.5 lb·ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
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Adjust the hood alignment.
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Component Location
1. Hood assembly
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Replacement
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Using a clip remover, detach the clips, and remove the hood insulator
pad (A).
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Other information:
Specification
Item
Specification
Control type
N/H (Normal High)
Control pressure (kpa (kgf/cm², psi))
0 - 1569.06 (0 - 16, 0 - 227.57)
Currency (mA)
0 - 1100
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Inspection
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Wrap tin foil around the end of the voltmeter test lead to prevent
damaging the heater line. Apply pressure on the tin foil with
hand and move the tin foil al ...