Kia Carens: Interior Trim / Cowl Side Trim Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Interior Trim / Cowl Side Trim Repair procedures

Replacement

•	Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from marring the surface.

•	Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1.	Remove the front door scuff trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Door Scuff Trim")

2.	Remove the hood latch release handle. (Refer to Hood - "Hood Latch Release Handle")

3.	Slighty remove the front door body side weatherstrip.

4.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the cowl side trim (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

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Component Location 1. Cowl side trim ...

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