Kia Optima: Trunk Trim / Luggage Side Trim
Components and components location

Repair procedures
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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.
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Remove the rear seat cushion assembly.
(Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")
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Remove the rear seat back assembly.
(Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")
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Remove the rear door pillar trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "Rear Pillar Trim")
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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)
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Remove the rear transverse trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "Rear Transverse Trim")
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Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip.
(Refer to Trunk Lid - "Trunk Lid Weatherstrip")
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Loosen the mounting bolt and clips, remove the luggage side trim (A).

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips.
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Component Location
1. Rear package tray trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
Rear package tray trim
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Rear transverse trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Other information:
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Loosen the bolt and nut (A) and then disconnect the rear stabilizer link
from the rear lower arm.
Tightening torque :
58.8 - 68.6 N.m (6.0 - 7.0 kgf. ...
Restraint of pregnant women
Pregnant women should wear lap/shoulder belt assemblies whenever possible according
to specific recommendations by their doctors. The lap portion of the belt should
be worn AS SECURELY AND LOW AS POSSIBLE.
WARNING - Pregnant women
Pregnant women must never place th ...