Kia Optima: Crash Pad / Steering Column Shroud Panel
Components and components location

1. Steering column shroud lower
panel
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2. Steering column shroud upper
panel
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Repair procedures
[Steering column shroud
upper panel]
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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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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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1. |
Lower the steering wheel.
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2. |
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover [LH]
(A).

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3. |
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the steering column shroud upper
panel (A).

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4. |
After loosening the mounting screw, remove the crash pad garnish [LH]
(A).

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5. |
To install, reverse removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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[Steering column shroud
lower panel]
1. |
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Crash Pad - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
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2. |
Loosen the mounting screws by turning the steering wheel to the left
and right, and remove the steering column shroud lower panel (A).

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3. |
To install, reverse removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad lower panel
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad garnish [LH]
2. Crash pad garnish [RH]
3. Crash pad center garnish
Repair pro ...
Other information:
A detection device located within the front passenger seat cushion.
An electronic system which determines whether the passenger air bag systems
should be activated or deactivated.
An indicator light located on the instrument panel which illuminates the
words PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” ...
Description and operation
Description
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Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) detects the crankshaft position and
is one of the most important sensors of the engine control system.
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If there is no CKPS signal input, fuel is not supplied. Th ...