Kia Forte: Rear Spoiler Replacement
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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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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the body surface.
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Remove the tail gate upper trim.
(Refer to Tail Gate - "Tail Gate Trim")
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Disconnect the washer nozzle hose (A) and high mounted stop lamp
connector (B).

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Loosen the rear spoiler mounting nuts (B).
Tightening torque :
5.9 ~ 6.4 N.m (0.6 ~ 0.65 kgf.m, 4.3 ~ 4.7 lb-ft)
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Remove the rear spoiler (A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the connector is connected properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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See also:
High Mounted Stop Lamp Installation
[2 Door]
1.
Install the high mounted stop lamp assembly.
2.
Install the roof trim assembly.
[4 Door]
1.
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Front Impact Sensor (FIS)
The front impact sensor (FIS) is installed in the front side member. They
are remote sensors that detect acceleration due to a collision at its mounting
location. The primary purpose of the F ...
Specifications
Items
Specifications
Rated voltage
DC 5V
Load
Max. 1mA (When head lamp lighting)
Illuminations (LUX)
50
1.42 ± 0.31V
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