Kia Sportage: Front Seat / Front Seat Shield Outer Cover Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Front Seat / Front Seat Shield Outer Cover 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.	Remove the front seat assembly. (Refer to Front Seat - "Front Seat Assembly")

Remove the front seat shield outer cover (A) by using a remover.

•	Correctly remove the front seat shield outer cover to the removal procedure and direction.

•	Be careful not to damage the mounting bracket and hook when removing the cover.

3.	Disconnect the front seat power switch connector (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

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

•	Replace any damaged clips.

Front Seat Shield Outer Cover Components and components location

Component Location 1. Front seat shield outer cover ...

Front Seat Shield Inner Cover Components and components location

Component Location 1. Front seat shield inner cover ...

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