Kia Optima: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Cowl Top Cover

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Cowl Top Cover

Components and components location
Component Location

1. Cowl top cover


Repair procedures
Replacement
  

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.

1.

Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the windshield glass side molding (A).

2.

Separate the plug hole (A), loosen the mounting nuts and remove the wiper arm (B).

3.

Separate the washer nozzle (A).

4.

Loosen the mounting clips and remove the cowl top cover (A).

5.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

  

Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).

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