Repair Procedures: Replacement

[Steering Column Shroud Lower Panel] 

Information 

• When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
• Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
• Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1. Remove the crash pad lower panel.

   (Refer to Crash Pad - "CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL ")

2. Loosen the mounting screws and remove the steering column shroud lower panel (A).
   Fig 1: Remove Steering Column Shroud Lower Panel

   Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

   Information 

   Replace any damaged clips.

   [Steering Column Shroud Upper Panel] 

   CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

   Information 

   • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
   • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
   • Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1. Remove the cluster fascia panel.

   (Refer to Crash Pad - "CLUSTER FASCIA PANEL ")

2. Loosen the mounting screws and remove the steering column shroud upper panel (A).
Fig 2: Remove Steering Column Shroud Upper Panel
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

   Information 

   Replace any damaged clips.