Kia Sportage: Interior Trim / Cowl Side Trim Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Interior Trim / Cowl Side Trim Repair procedures

Replacement

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	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 front door scuff trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Door Scuff Trim")

2.	Remove the hood latch release handle (A).

3.	Carefully remove the front door body side weatherstrip.

4.	Using a remover, remove the cowl side trim (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Replace any damaged clips.

Cowl Side Trim Components and components location

Component Location 1. Cowl side trim ...

Cowl Side Trim Repair procedures

Replacement Put on gloves to protect your hands. ...

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