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Repair procedures: Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the crash pad lower panel (A).

    For coupe, refer to LOWER PANEL REPLACEMENT . For sedan, refer to LOWER PANEL REPLACEMENT .

    Fig 1: Crash Pad Lower Panel
    G07369541Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the fob holder (A) after removing the screws and connector.
    Fig 2: Fob Holder
    G07369542Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.