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Cluster Replacement

CAUTION:
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Crash Pad Side Cover
    G08313053Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the crash pad lower panel (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Crash Pad Lower Panel
    G08313054Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Disconnect the connectors (A).

    [LH] 

    Fig 3: Identifying Cluster Connectors (LH)
    G08313055Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [RH] 

    Fig 4: Identifying Cluster Connectors (RH)
    G08313056Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the crash pad garnish [LH] (A).
    Fig 5: Identifying Crash Pad Garnish (LH)
    G08313057Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad garnish [RH] (A).
    Fig 6: Identifying Crash Pad Garnish (RH)
    G08313058Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the cluster fascia panel (A).
    Fig 7: Identifying Cluster Fascia Panel
    G08313059Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the cluster assembly (A).
    Fig 8: Identifying Cluster Assembly
    G08313060Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Disconnect the connector (A).
    Fig 9: Identifying Cluster Assembly Connector
    G08313061Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.