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Cowl Side Trim Replacement

CAUTION:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from marring the surface.
  • Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
  1. Remove the front door scuff trim.
  2. Remove the hood latch release handle.

    Refer to HOOD .

  3. Detach the clips, then remove the cowl side trim (A).
    Fig 1: Cowl Side Trim
    G07380400Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
  • Replace any damaged clips.