Kia Sportage: Front Door / Front Door Latch Repair procedures
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the front door module.
(Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Module")
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Remove the front door retainer (A).

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Separated the handle base and then remove the base support bracket (A).

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Disconnect the cable (A) and then remove the handle base (B).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the connector is connected properly.
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Make sure the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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Component Location
1. Front door latch
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Replacement
[Front door belt inside weatherstrip]
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Remove the front door trim.
(Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Trim")
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Other information:
Components
1. BSD Indicator
2. Side repeater lamp
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WARNING - Halogen bulbs
Handle halogen bulbs with care.
Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas that will produce flying pieces
of glass if broken.
Always handle them carefully, and avoid scratches and abrasions. If the
bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liquids. Never touch ...