Kia Optima DL3: Body Side Molding / Rear Mud Guard

Repair procedures

Replacement
  

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

  

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.

Remove the side seal moulding with the front and rear door full open.

1.

After loosening the mounting screw and clips, remove the rear mud guard (A).

2.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

  

Replace any damaged clips.

    Repair procedures Replacement    Put on gloves to protect your hands.    • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

    Repair procedures Replacement    Put on gloves to protect your hands.    • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

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