Kia Forte: Console Armrest Replacement
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim
pieces to protect from marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the rear console cover.
(Refer to Floor Console - "Rear Console Cover")
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Loosen the console armrest mounting screws (A).

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After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the console armrest
(A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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See also:
Auto Head Lamp Leveling Unit Removal
1.
Remove the head lamp leveling unit connector (A).
2.
Remove the head lamp leveling unit (B) after loosening the mounting
bolts.
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Start/Stop Button Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center garnish [LH]
(A).
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Canister Inspection
1.
Check for the following items visually.
- Cracks or leakage of the canister
- Loose connection, distortion, or damage of the vapor hose/tube
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