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Repair Procedures: Replacement

NOTE:
  • Be careful not to damage the fender and body.

Information 

  1. Remove the head lamps.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "HEAD LAMPS ")

  2. Remove the A pillar garnish.

    (Refer to Body Side Moulding - "A PILLAR GARNISH ")

  3. Remove the side sill Moulding.

    (Refer to Body Side Moulding - "SIDE SILL MOULDING ")

  4. Using a clip remover, detach the clip, and remove the A pillar guard (A).
    Fig 1: Locating A Pillar Guard With Clip
    G12225804Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Detach the clips and then remove the insulator pad (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Insulator Pad With Clips
    G12225805Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Loosen the front wheel guard mounting screws and bolt.
    Fig 3: Front Wheel Guard Mounting Screws And Bolt
    G12225806Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the front bumper side bracket (A) after loosening the screw and bolt.
    Fig 4: Locating Front Bumper Side Bracket With Screw And Bolt
    G12225807Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. After loosening the mounting bolts and nut, then remove the fender assembly (A).
    Fig 5: Locating Fender Assembly With Mounting Bolts And Nut
    G12225808Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Information 

    • Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.