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Lower Panel Replacement

NOTE:
  • Take care not to scratch the crash pad and related parts.
  1. Remove the crash pad side cover (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Crash Pad Side Cover
    G06385326Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. After loosening the crash pad lower panel mounting screw, then remove the lower panel (A).
  3. Disconnecting the connector (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Crash Pad Lower Panel With Mounting Screws
    G06385327Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the reinforcing panel (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Reinforcing Panel With Mounting Bolts
    G06385328Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Installation is the reverse of removal.