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Repair procedures: Replacement: Removal

NOTE:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
  1. Remove the following items:
    1. Front pillar trim

      (Refer to the "INTERIOR TRIM ")

    2. Inside rearview mirror

      (Refer to the "MIRROR ")

    3. Wiper arm

      (Refer to the "COWL TOP COVER ")

    4. Cowl top cover

      (Refer to the "COWL TOP COVER ")

  2. Remove the front pillar garnish (C).
  3. Remove the windshield glass upper molding (A). Remove the spacer.
    Fig 1: Identifying Windshield Glass Upper Molding And Front Pillar Garnish
    G08328826Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Cut out the windshield sealant using the sealant cutting tool (A) (09861-31100).
    Fig 2: Cutting Windshield Sealant Using Sealant Cutting Tool
    G08328827Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the windshield (B) carefully using the glass holder (A).
    Fig 3: Removing Windshield Using Glass Holder
    G08328828Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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