Kia Optima: Crash Pad / Crash Pad Lower Panel
Components and components location
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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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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Using a remover and remove the crash pad side cover [LH] (A).
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Loosen the mounting screws and remove the crash pad lower panel (A).
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Press the lock pin and separate the diagnosis connector (A) and trunk
swich connectors (B).
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure connectors are connected properly and each
rod is connected securely.
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Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Cluster fascia panel
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Steering column shroud lower
panel
2. Steering column shroud upper
panel
Repair proced ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the heater and blower assembly.
(Refer to Heater - "Heater Unit")
3.
Loosen the mounting screws and remove the heater cor ...
Description and operation
Description
The evaporator temperature sensor will detect the evaporator core temperature
and interrupt compressor relay power in order to prevent evaporator from freezing
by excessive cooling. The evaporator temperature sensor has the Negative Temperature ...
Cluster Fascia Panel
Steering Column Shroud Panel