Kia Forte: Cowl Side Trim 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 door scuff trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "Door Scuff Trim")
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Remove the hood latch release handle.
(Refer to Hood - "Hood Latch Release Handle")
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Slighty remove the front door body side weatherstrip.
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Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the cowl side trim (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:
Shift Lever Components
1. Shift lever knob
2. Shift lever assembly
3. Shift cable assembly
4. Shift lever knob & boots assembly
5. Manual control lever
6. Retainer
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Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative
(-) cable.
2.
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector (A) ...
Troubleshooting
Problem Symptoms Table
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