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Floor Console Replacement

[M/T] 

NOTE:
  • When prying with a flat-up screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts to prevent damage.
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  1. Using a screwdriver or remover, disconnect the boot (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Boot
    G06495833Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the console upper cover (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Console Upper Cover
    G06495834Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the parking brake cover (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Parking Brake Cover
    G06495835Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. After loosening the console mounting screws, remove the floor console assembly (A).
    Fig 4: Identifying Floor Console Assembly
    G06495836Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.

[A/T] 

NOTE:
  • When prying with a flat-up screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts to prevent damage.
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  1. Disconnect the cover (A).
    Fig 5: Disconnecting Cover
    G06495837Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the knob (A).
    Fig 6: Identifying Knob
    G06495838Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the parking brake cover (A).
    Fig 7: Identifying Parking Brake Cover
    G06495839Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. After loosening the console mounting screws, remove the floor console assembly (A).
    Fig 8: Identifying Floor Console Assembly
    G06495840Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.