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Glass Replacement

  1. Remove the front door trim.
  2. Disconnect the speaker connector (B).
  3. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the speaker (A).
    Fig 1: Front Door Speaker, Connector & Mounting Screws
    G07380188Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the front door belt inside weatherstrip (A).
    Fig 2: Front Door Belt Inside Weatherstrip
    G07380189Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the glass mounting hole plug (B).
    CAUTION:
    • Use the door switch to align the mounting hole/bolt with the hole in the door.
    • If unable to operate the window motor, remove the motor and align the hole by hand.
    • Be careful not to drop the glass and/or scratch the glass surface.
  6. Carefully adjust the glass (A) until you can view the bolts, then loosen them. Separate the glass from the glass run and carefully pull the glass out through the window slot.

    Tightening Torque: 

    3.9 ~ 2.9 N.m (0.4 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 11.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

    Fig 3: Front Door Glass
    G07380190Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Roll the glass up and down to view if it moves freely without binding.
    • Adjust glass position as needed.
    • Make sure the door lock and opens properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
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