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Lower Panel Replacement

  1. Remove the crash pad side cover (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Crash Pad Side Cover
    G07416240Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. After loosening the crash pad lower panel mounting screws, remove the lower panel (A).
  3. Push the lock pin (B), disconnect the diagnosis connector (C).
    Fig 2: Pushing Lock Pin
    G07416241Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the reinforce panel (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Reinforce Panel
    G07416242Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Installation is the reverse the removal.