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Trunk Lid Back Panel Replacement

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CAUTION:
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  1. Remove the trunk lid trim.
  2. After loosening the mounting nuts, then disconnect the rear combination lamp connector (B).
  3. Remove the rear combination lamp (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Combination Lamp And Connector
    G11816912Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Loosen the trunk lid back panel (A) mounting nuts.
    Fig 2: Loosening Trunk Lid Back Panel With Mounting Nuts
    G11816913Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the trunk lid back panel (A).
    Fig 3: Removing Trunk Lid Back Panel
    G11816914Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Replace any damaged clips.
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