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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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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Component Location
1. Clutch actuator assembly
2. Fork cover
Specifications
Specification
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Pressure telltale will come on. Have
the flat tire repaired by an authorized
Kia dealer as soon as possible or
replace the flat tire with the spare
tire.
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