Kia Optima DL3: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Floor Carpet

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Floor Carpet

Repair procedures

Replacement
  
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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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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
1.

Remove the front seat assembly.

(Refer to Front Seat - "Front Seat Assembly")

2.

Remove the rear seat cushion assembly.

(Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")

3.

Remove the front door body side weatherstrip.
4.

Remove the rear door body side weatherstrip.
5.

Remove the front door scuff trim.

(Refer to Interior Trim - "Door Scuff Trim")

6.

Remove the rear door scuff trim.

(Refer to Interior Trim - "Door Scuff Trim")

7.

Remove the cowl side trim.

(Refer to Interior Trim - "Cowl Side Trim")

8.

Remove the center pillar lower trim.

(Refer to Interior Trim - "Center Pillar Trim")

9.

Remove the floor console assembly.

(Refer to Floor Console - "Floor Console Assembly")

10.

Remove the accelerator pedal.

G 2.0 NU MPI (Refer to Engine Control/Fuel System - "Accelerator Pedal")

G 2.5 GDI THETA II (Refer to Engine Control/Fuel System - "Accelerator Pedal")
11.

Remove the floor carpet assembly (A).
12.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

  

Replace any damaged clips.

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