Kia Forte: Rear Seat / Rear Back Armrest

Kia Forte 2019-2023 (BD) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Rear Seat / Rear Back Armrest

Repair procedures

Replacement

[Bench back type]

•	When removing with a flat - tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

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

1.	Remove the seat back assembly. (Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")

2.	After loosening the mounting bolts and screws, remove the rear back armrest (A).

[6:4 folding type]

•	When removing with a flat - tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

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

1.	Remove the seat back assembly. (Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")

2.	Separate the rear back armrest (A) after removing the cap and then loosening the bolt.

3.	After loosening the mounting screws, remove the rear back armrest board (A).

4.	To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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