Kia Sportage: Cowl Top Cover / Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / 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.

Components and components location

Component Location 1. Cowl top cover ...

Crash Pad

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