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One of the top technical inquiries received at Ask I-CAR, "Is there a sectioning or partial replacement procedure available?" To help answer this question, RTS has an OEM Partial Part Replacement Search available. Here you will find information on if these procedures are available on a specific vehicle. Let's take a closer look at the 2019 Kia Optima.
The full OEM Partial Part Replacement Search page for the 2019 Kia Optima can be viewed on the I-CAR website. This will give you a good understanding on general areas for sectioning or partial replacement. I-CAR does not have permission to show exact locations for sectioning or the procedure itself. However, Kia has a paid subscription website with collision repair information.
The front lower rail has both sectioning and partial part replacement procedures available. The front upper rail can be partially replaced at factory seams. There are OEM sectioning procedures available for the outer uniside, uniside reinforcement, and inner uniside. Partial part replacement is available for the rear rail and the trunk floor. The rear body panel has a single location in which it can be sectioned according to the body repair manual.
For additional Kia information, check out the Kia OEM Information page.
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