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Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
NOTE:
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
  • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from marring the surface.
  • Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
  1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center garnish [LH] (A).
    Fig 1: Center Garnish Clip Locations (LH)
    G09743949Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the cluster fascia panel (A).
    Fig 2: Cluster Fascia Panel Clip Locations
    G09743950Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Disconnect the start/stop button connector (A).
    Fig 3: Start/Stop Button Connector
    G09743951Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Information 

    • Make sure the connector are connected in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.