Kia Forte: 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 lower panel]
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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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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1. |
Using a remover, slightly separate the steering column shroud upper panel
(A).

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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 the removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin - type retainers).
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[Steering column shroud upper panel]
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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• |
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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1. |
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the cluster fascia panel (A).

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2. |
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. Crash pad lower panel
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Glove box
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Other information:
Specifications
Specifications
Smart Key Unit
Items
Specification
Rated voltage
DC 12 V
Operation voltage
DC 9 - 16 V
Operation temperature
-22 to 167°F (-30 to 75°C)
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Always observe the following:
Check tire pressure when the tires
are cold. (After vehicle has been
parked for at least three hours or
hasn't been driven more than 1.6
km (one mile) since startup.)
Check the pressure of your spare
tire each time you check the pressure
of other ...