Kia Sportage: Cowl Top 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.

Remove the cap (A) and the nuts, and then remove the wiper arm (B).

Tightening torque :

22.6 - 26.5 N·m(2.3 - 2.7 kgf·m, 16.6 - 19.5 lb·ft)

2.	Disconnect the nozzle hose (A).

3.	Detach the clips, then remove the cowl top cover (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Replace any damaged clips.

Component Location 1. Cowl top cover ...

...

Specification Item Type Bulb Watt (W) Front Headlamp Halogen + Position lamp Headlamp (Low/High) HB3 60 Front turn signal lamp PY21W ...

Components 1. Shift lever knob & boots .2. Shift lever assembly 3. Shift cable assembly 4. Shift cable retainer ...