Kia Sportage: Front Door / Front Door Trim 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.

•	Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1.	Using a or remover, remove the front door quadrant inner cover (A).

2.	Remove the door grip handle inner cover. [only passenger's]

3.	Remove the front door grip handle (A) after loosening the screws. [only passenger's]

4.	Disconnect the cap (A) after loosening the screw (B).

5.	Remove the front door trim (A).

6.	Remove the front door inside handle cage (A). Disconnect the IMS connector (B).

7.	Disconnect the tweeter speaker connector (A).

8.	Disconnect the power window switch connector (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the connector is connected properly.

•	Make sure the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

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