Kia Forte: Crash Pad Lower Panel Replacement
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim
pieces to protect from marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover
[LH] (A).

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After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the crash pad
lower panel (A).

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Disconnect the diagnosis connector (A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the connector are connected in properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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1. Crash pad lower panel
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See also:
Hands Free Mic Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the handsfree mic (A) after disconnect the connector from
roof trim.
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IMS Power Seat Control Installation
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Make sure that the IMS control switch connectors and related
connectors are plugged in ...
Engine Oil Inspection
1.
Check the engine oil quality.
Check the oil deterioration, entry of water, discoloring of thinning.
If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
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