Kia Optima DL3: Floor Console / Floor Console Assembly

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

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Front console assembly

Repair procedures

Replacement

[SBC Console]

•	When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

•	Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

•	Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

1.	Remove the gear knob & boots (A) by pulling it upwards.

2.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the console upper garnish (A).

3.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the console upper cover (A).

4.	Disconnect the connectors (A).

5.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the console tray (A).

6.	Disconnect the connector (A).

7.	Remove the console side cover (A). [LH] [RH]

8.	Remove the storage box pad (A).

9.	Disconnect the console main connector (A).

10.

After loosening the mounting screws and bolts, remove the floor console assembly (A).

Tightening torque :

6.9 - 9.8 N·m (0.7 - 1.0 kgf·m, 5.0 - 7.2 lb·ft, 60.8 - 86.8 lb·in)

11.

To install, reverse removal procedure.

•	Make sure the connector is connected properly.

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

[SBW Console]

•	When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

•	Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the console upper garnish (A).

2.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the console upper cover (A).

3.	Disconnect the connectors (A).

4.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the console tray (A).

5.	Disconnect the connectors (A).

6.	Remove the console side cover (A). [LH] [RH]

7.	Remove the storage box pad (A).

8.	Disconnect the console main connector (A).

After loosening the mounting screws and bolts, remove the floor console assembly (A).

Tightening torque :

6.9 - 9.8 N·m (0.7 - 1.0 kgf·m, 5.0 - 7.2 lb·ft, 60.8 - 86.8 lb·in)

10.

To install, reverse removal procedure.

•	Make sure the connector is connected properly.

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

❮Floor Console

Components and components location Components [SBC Console] 1. Console side cover [LH] 2. Console side cover [RH] 3.

Rear Console Cover❯

Repair procedures Replacement • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

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