Kia Sportage: Body Side Molding / Rear Wheel Guard Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2020) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Body Side Molding / Rear Wheel Guard 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 tire.

2.	Remove the rear wheel guard (A), after loosening the mounting clips and nuts.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Replace any damaged clips.

Front Wheel Guard Repair procedures

Replacement Put on gloves to protect your hands. ...

Front Mud Guard Repair procedures

Replacement Put on gloves to protect your hands. ...

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