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Repair Procedures: Replacement

NOTE:
  • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
  • Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
  • Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
  1. Remove the main crash pad assembly.

    (Refer to Crash Pad - "MAIN CRASH PAD ASSEMBLY ")

  2. Remove the mounting nuts and through bolts in the frontal area and lower the steering column.

    (Refer to Steering System - "MDPS COLUMN & HOUSING ")

  3. Remove the integrated central control unit (ICU).

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "INTEGRATED CENTRAL CONTROL UNIT (ICU) ")

  4. Remove the integrated body control unit (IBU).

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "INTEGRATED BODY CONTROL UNIT (IBU) ")

  5. Remove the surround view monitor (SVM).

    (Refer to Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) - "SURROUND VIEW MONITOR (SVM) ECU ")

  6. Disconnect the steering column connectors.

    (Refer to Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) - "PARKING COLLISION - AVOIDANCE ASSIST (PCA) ")

  7. Disconnect the airbag system control module connector (A).
    G13662699Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Disconnect the connectors (A) by removing the front pillar area clip.

    [Driver] 

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    [Passenger] 

    G13662701Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Disconnect the multi box connectors (A).

    [Driver] 

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    [Passenger] 

    G13662703Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Remove the parking collsion-avoidance assist unit bracket (A) by removing the mounting nut and screw.
    G13662704Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  11. Disconnect the heater and blower unit connectors.

    [Driver] 

    1. Disconnect the temperature control actuator (A), mode control actuator connector (B).
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    2. Disconnect the PTC heater connector (A).
      G13662706Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [Passenger] 

    1. Disconnect the connector (A).
      G13662707Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    2. Disconnect the connector (A).
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    3. Disconnect the auto defogging actuator connector (A).
      G13662709Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  12. Remove the cluster speaker (A) by removing the mounting nuts.
    G13662710Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  13. Removing the mounting cowl cross bar side bolts after removing the plug hole (A).

    [LH] 

    Tightening torque: 

    16.7 - 22.6 N.m (1.7 - 2.3 kgf.m, 12.3 - 16.6 lb-ft)

    G13662711Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [RH] 

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  14. Remove the wiper motor.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "WIPER MOTOR ")

  15. Remove the battery.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  16. Remove the engine room cowl cross bar assembly mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    22.6 - 30.4 N.m (2.3 - 3.1 kgf.m, 16.6 - 22.4 lb-ft)

    G13662713Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  17. Remove the cowl cross bar assembly (A) by removing the mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    16.7 - 23.5 N.m (1.7 - 2.4 kgf.m, 12.3 - 17.4 lb-ft)

    [LH] 

    G13662714Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [RH] 

    G13662715Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  18. Separate the main wiring (A) from cowl cross bar assembly.
    G13662716Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Refit the main wiring exactly as it was originally intended.
  19. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Information 

    • Make sure the crash pad fits onto the guide pins correctly.
    • Before tightening the bolts, make sure the crash pad wire harnesses are not pinched.
    • Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and the antenna lead is connected properly.
    • Make sure that each of the assembly components operates properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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