FixVault

Repair Procedures: Removal

CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
NOTE: Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
  1. Remove the luggage side trim.

    (Refer to Interior Trim "LUGGAGE SIDE TRIM ")

  2. Remove the roof trim assembly.

    (Refer to Roof Trim - "ROOF TRIM ASSEMBLY ")

  3. Loosen the bolt and remove the third row seat belt upper anchor (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Third Row Seat Belt Upper Anchor With Bolt
    G12277759Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Loosen the bolt and remove the rear air conditioning duct (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Rear Air Conditioning Duct With Bolt
    G12277760Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Loosen the quarter fixed glass (A) mounting nuts.
    Fig 3: Locating Quarter Fixed Glass With Mounting Nuts
    G12277761Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Cut out the sealant from the quarter fixed glass using the utility knife.
    NOTE: Do not scrape down to the painted surface of the body; damaged paint will interfere with proper bonding.

    Information 

    • Remove the rubber dam and fasteners from the body.
    • Mask off surrounding surfaces before painting.
  7. Remove the quarter fixed glass.