Kia Forte: Interior Trim / Center Pillar Trim
Components and components location

1. Center pillar lower trim
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2. Center pillar upper trim
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Repair procedures
[Center pillar lower trim]
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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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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When removing the interior trim pieces, use a plastic panel removal
tool not to damage the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Carefully remove the front door body side weatherstrip.
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Carefully remove the rear door body side weatherstrip.
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Remove the front door scuff trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "Door Scuff Trim")
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Remove the rear door scuff trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "Door Scuff Trim")
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Remove the seat belt (A) from the EFD system by using the SST (0K888-D4200).

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Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center pillar lower trim (A).

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin - type retainers).
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[Center pillar upper trim]
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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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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• |
When removing the interior trim pieces, use a plastic panel removal
tool not to damage the surface.
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• |
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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1. |
Remove the center pillar lower trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "Center Pillar Trim")
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2. |
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center pillar upper trim (A).

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin - type retainers).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Front pillar trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Component Location
[4 Door]
1. Rear pillar trim
[5 Door]
1. Rear pillar trim
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Other information:
Service data
Service Data
Air Conditioner
Item
Specification
Compressor
Type
6VSx14
Oil type & Capacity
FD46XG (IDEMITSU) 110 ± 10 g (3.88 ± 0.35 oz.)
Pulley type
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When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air conditioning
is reduced. Overfilling also
has a negative influence on the air
conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING - Vehicles
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