Kia Forte: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Cowl Top Cover
Components and components location

Repair procedures
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Remove the plug hole (A).
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2. |
Loosen the mounting nuts and remove the wiper arm (B).
Tightening torque :
22.6 - 26.5 N·m (2.3 - 2.7 Kgf·m, 16.6 - 19.5 lb·ft)
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3. |
Disconnect the washer nozzle (A).

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4. |
Detach the clips, then remove the cowl top cover (A).

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5. |
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin - type retainers).
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Component Location
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Repair procedures
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Repair procedures
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Repair procedures
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