Kia Optima: Crash Pad / Steering Column Shroud Panel
Components and components location
1. Steering column shroud lower
panel
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2. Steering column shroud upper
panel
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Repair procedures
[Steering column shroud
upper panel]
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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1. |
Lower the steering wheel.
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2. |
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover [LH]
(A).
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3. |
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the steering column shroud upper
panel (A).
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4. |
After loosening the mounting screw, remove the crash pad garnish [LH]
(A).
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5. |
To install, reverse removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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[Steering column shroud
lower panel]
1. |
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Crash Pad - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
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2. |
Loosen the mounting screws by turning the steering wheel to the left
and right, and remove the steering column shroud lower panel (A).
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3. |
To install, reverse removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad lower panel
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad garnish [LH]
2. Crash pad garnish [RH]
3. Crash pad center garnish
Repair pro ...
Other information:
General information
Towing
If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service. Never tow
vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
[Front]
[Rear]
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle :
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