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Rear Wheel Guard And Mud Guard Replacement

NOTE:
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damaged
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Take care not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Remove the rear tire.
  2. After loosening the mounting clips and nut, then remove the rear wheel guard (A) and mud guard (B)

    [RH] 

    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Wheel Guard And Mud Guard (RH)
    G08312991Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [LH] 

    Fig 2: Identifying Rear Wheel Guard And Mud Guard (LH)
    G08312992Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Replace any damaged clips.