Kia Optima DL3: Crash Pad / Glove Box

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Crash Pad / Glove Box

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Glove box

Repair procedures

Replacement

•	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.	Open the glove box (A) in the direction of the arrow.

2.	Separate the air damper (A) from the glove box.

3.	Press both sides inwards to open the glove box (A) downwards.

4.	Remove the glove box (A).

5.	To install, reverse removal procedure.

❮Crash Pad Garnish

Components and components location Component Location 1. Crash pad garnish [LH] 2. Crash pad garnish [RH] 3. Crash pad center garnish Repair procedures Replacement [Crash pad center garnish] • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

Crash Pad Side Cover❯

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

Other information:

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