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:
Floor Console Assembly Component Location
1. Floor console assembly
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Normal maintenance schedule
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission
control and performance.
Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where
both mileage an ...
Alternator Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
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Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Drive Belt")
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