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Rear Bumper Beam Assembly 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 cover and other parts.
  1. Remove the rear bumper cover.
  2. Disconnect the antenna connector (A) and clip (B).
    Fig 1: Antenna Connector & Clip Location
    G00547697Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. After loosening the mounting clips, then remove the rear bumper beam assembly (A).
    Fig 2: Rear Bumper Beam Assembly
    G00547701Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
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