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:
Components and components location
Component
1. Filler-Neck Assembly
2. Fuel Tank Complete
3. Fuel Line
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Release the residual pressure in fuel line.
(Refer to Fuel Delivery System - " ...
Turn Signal Indicator Light
This indicator light blinks:
• When you turn the turn signal light on.
If any of the following occurs, there may be a malfunction with the turn signal
system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
- The indicator light does not b ...