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Lower Panel Replacement

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  1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Crash Pad Side Cover
    G06873375Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  2. After loosening the crash pad lower panel mounting screws, then remove the crash pad lower panel (A).
  3. Disconnect the diagnosis connector (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Crash Pad Lower Panel And Diagnosis Connector
    G06873376Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  4. After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the reinforce panel (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Reinforce Panel
    G06873377Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  5. Installation is the reverse the removal.