Kia Optima: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Cowl Top Cover
Components and components location
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Repair procedures
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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1. |
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the windshield glass side molding
(A).
![](images/cowl_top_cover-650/357/sdlbd0857d.gif)
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2. |
Separate the plug hole (A), loosen the mounting nuts and remove the wiper
arm (B).
![](images/cowl_top_cover-650/357/sdlbd0659d.gif)
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Separate the washer nozzle (A).
![](images/cowl_top_cover-650/357/sdlbd0660d.gif)
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Loosen the mounting clips and remove the cowl top cover (A).
![](images/cowl_top_cover-650/357/sdlbd0661d.gif)
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Inside rear view mirror
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Components
[SBC Console]
1. Console side cover [LH]
2. Console side cover [RH]
3. Console tray
4. Console upper garnish
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Other information:
Service data
Service Data
Service data
Item
Specification
Master cylinder
Cylinder I.D.
Ø 22.22 mm (0.874 in)
Piston stroke
45 ± 1 mm (1.77 in ± 0.87 in)
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Schematic diagrams
Connector and Terminal funciton
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
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