Kia Optima: Interior Trim / Front Pillar Trim
Components and components location
Repair procedures
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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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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When removing the interior trim pieces, use a plastic panel removal
tool not to damage the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the front pillar trim.
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To remove the front pillar trim, the fastener remover (A) below
must be used.
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After slightly lifting up the front pillar trim and putting the
tool in, remove the mounting clip (A) by pulling it.
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Be sure to replace the existing clips with new
ones when removing or replacing the front pillar
trim.
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Loosen the screw, remove the cap, and replace
the mounting clip (A).
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Remove the front pillar trim (A).
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Be sure to replace the existing clips with new ones when
removing or replacing the front pillar trim.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Cowl side trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Center pillar lower trim
2. Center pillar upper trim
Repair procedures
Replaceme ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Open movable glass completely pressing panorama sunroof switch.
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Remove the slide folding cover (A).
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Close movable glass completely pressing panorama sunroof switch .
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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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Cowl Side Trim
Center Pillar Trim