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Repair Procedures: Replacement

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  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the front console garnish (A).
    G13391028Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the glove box cap (A).
    G13391029Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover [RH] (A).
    G13391030Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the crash pad garnish [RH] (A) after loosening the screws.
    G13391031Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the center fascia panel (A) after loosening the screws.
    G13391032Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Disconnect the hazard switch connector (A).
    G13391033Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the center fascia lower panel (A) after loosening the screws.
    G13391034Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Disconnect the heater & A/C control unit connectors (A).
    G13391035Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Remove the in car sensor (A) by pressing the locking pin.
    G13391036Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  11. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Information 

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