Kia Forte: Radiator Grill 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 front bumper cover.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Cover")
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Disconnect the front ultra sensor connector (A) and front bumper
mounting wiring harness (B).
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Detach the clips (A), then remove the front bumper energy absorber
(B).
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Loosen the radiator grill mounting screws.
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Unlock the lock pins (B) by pushing it up with a screwdriver or
remover and then remove the radiator grill (A).
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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(5Door, 2Door)
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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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1. |
Remove the front bumper cover.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Cover")
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2. |
Loosen the radiator grill mounting screws.
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3. |
Unlock the lock pins (B) by pushing it up with a screwdriver or
remover and then remove the radiator grill (A).
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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(4Door)
1. Radiator grill
(5Door, 2Door)
1. Radiator grill
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Radiator Grill Component Location
Rear Bumper