Kia Optima DL3: Trunk Trim / Luggage Side Trim

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Trunk Trim / Luggage Side Trim

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Luggage side trim

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.

•	Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

1.	Remove the rear seat cushion assembly. (Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")

2.	Remove the rear seat back assembly. (Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")

3.	Remove the rear door pillar trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Rear Pillar Trim")

Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the luggage partition center trim cover (A).

Tightening torque :

7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb-ft)

5.	Remove the rear transverse trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Rear Transverse Trim")

6.	Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip. (Refer to Trunk Lid - "Trunk Lid Weatherstrip")

7.	Loosen the mounting bolt and clips, remove the luggage side trim (A).

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Replace any damaged clips.

❮Rear Package Tray Trim

Components and components location Component Location 1. Rear package tray trim Repair procedures Replacement Rear package tray trim • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

Rear Transverse Trim❯

Components and components location Component Location 1. Rear transverse trim 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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