Kia Niro: Crash Pad / Steering Column Shroud Panel Repair procedures

Replacement

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	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.

[Steering column shroud upper panel]

1.	Remove the crash pad side cover [LH] (A) by using a remover.

2.	Remove the crash pad lower panel (A) after loosening the screw.

3.	Disconnect the fuel filler door switch connector (A).

4.	Remove the crash pad plate [LH] (A) after loosening the screw.

5.	Disconnect the crash pad plate [LH] connector (A).

6.	Remove the crash pad side cover [RH] (A) by using a remover.

7.	Remove the crash pad garnish [LH] (A) by using a remover.

8.	Disconnect the start/stop button connector (A).

9.	Remove the cluster fascia panel (A) by using a remover.

10.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

[Steering column shroud lower panel]

1.	Remove the steering column upper panel.

2.	Loosen the mounting screws and remove the steering column shroud lower panel (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the connector is connected properly.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

Component Location 1. Steering column shroud upper panel 2. Steering column shroud lower panel ...

Component Location [LH] 1. Crash pad side cover [LH] [RH] 1. Crash pad side cover [RH] ...