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Door Module Replacement

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  1. Remove the following parts:
    • Rear door trim
    • Window glass
    • Rear door DIV channel
    • Rear door fixed glass
  2. After loosening the rear door module mounting bolts, then remove the rear door module (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 1: Loosening Rear Door Module Mounting Bolts
    G11816962Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Disconnect the connectors, then remove the wiring harness (A).
    Fig 2: Rear Door Wiring Harness
    G11816963Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. 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.