
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)Installation
1.
Combustion seal
2.
Rubber washer
3.
Support disc
4.
O-ring
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Rear Glass Defogger Switch Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the center fascia panel (A).
(Refer to Body - "Crash pad")
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General Information
The supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to supplement the
seat belt to help reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and passenger
by activating and deploying the drive ...