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Door Module Assembly Replacement

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  1. Remove the following parts:
    • Front door trim
    • Window glass
    • Outside handle
  2. Loosen the mounting bolt (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Door Module Assembly Mounting Bolt
    G11816927Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. After loosening the door module mounting bolts, then remove the front door module (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    6.9~10.8 N.m (0.7~1.1 kgf.m, 5.1~8.0 lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Loosening Door Module Mounting Bolts
    G11816928Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Disconnect the outside handle connector (A) and outside handle rod (B).
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Outside Handle Connector And Outside Handle Rod
    G11816929Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Disconnect the connectors and door module wiring harness (A).
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Door Module Wiring Harness And Connectors
    G11816930Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • The area of whole parts should be applied with sufficient grease.
    • Make sure connectors are connected properly and each rod is connected securely.
    • Make sure the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.