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:
Seats
Driver’s seat
(1) Seat adjustment, forward / backward
(2) Seatback recliner
(3) Seat adjustment, height (for driver’s seat)
(4) Lumbar support (for driver’s seat)
(5) Driver position me ...
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery and then
wait for at least 30 seconds.
2.
Turn the steering wheel so that the fro ...
Variable Intake Solenoid (VIS) Valve Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the VIS valve connector.
3.
Measure resistance between VIS valve ...