Kia Sportage: Rear Seat / Rear Back Armrest 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 rear door module. (Refer to Rear Door - "Rear Door Module")

2.	Remove the rear back armrest mounting clip (A).

3.	Remove the rear back armrest (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure that the connectors are plugged in properly.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

Component Location 1. Rear back armrest ...

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Components 1. Front Impact Sensor (FIS) ...

Component Location 1. Rear drive shaft (LH) 2. Rear drive shaft (RH) ...