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Repair Procedures: Replacement

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CAUTION:
  • Be careful not to damage the fender and body.
  • When removing the clips, use a clip remover.
  1. Remove the front bumper.

    (Refer to "Front Bumper .")

  2. Loosen the mud guard mounting screws.
    Fig 1: Removing Mud Guard Mounting Screws
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  3. After loosening the mounting screws and clips, then remove the side sill moulding (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Side Sill Moulding
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  4. After loosening the mounting screw and bolt, then remove the front bumper side mounting bracket (A).
    Fig 3: Removing Front Bumper Side Mounting Bracket
    G11816893Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. After loosening the fender mounting bolts, then remove the fender (A).
    Fig 4: Loosening Fender Mounting Bolts
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  6. Installation is the reverse of removal.
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