
A redesigned crossover (car-based) Sorento (codename XMA) was launched in South Korea in 2009. It is Kia's first model to be manufactured in the United States, in KIA's new US$1 billion West Point, Georgia, factory (which also builds the sister vehicle to the Sorento, the Hyundai Santa Fe). The Sorento uses Kia's new corporate grille, known as the Tiger Nose, as designed by Kia's design .
First generation BL (2003–2009)Auto Defogging Actuator Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the cowl side trim.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad")
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Front Wheel Transfer Assembly Installation
1.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
1.
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Special Service Tools
Tool(Number and Name)
Illustration
Use
Deployment tool
0957A-34100A
Airbag deployment tool.
Deployment adapter
0957A-38510
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