Repair Procedures: Replacement

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CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the floor console assembly.
(Refer to Floor Console - "FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the rear console cover.
(Refer to Floor Console - "REAR CONSOLE COVER ")
Loosen the mounting screws (A) and remove the console armrest (B).

Fig 1: Loosening Mounting Screws
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Replace any damaged clips.