Kia Sportage: Floor Carpet / 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 console front complete assembly. (Refer to Floor Console - "Floor Console Assembly")

2.	Remove the accelerator pedal. (Refer to Engine Control System - "Accelerator Position Sensor (APS)")

3.	Remove the front seat assembly. (Refer to Front Seat - "Front Seat Assembly")

4.	Remove the rear seat assembly. (Refer to Rear Seat - "Rear Seat Assembly")

5.	Remove the cowl side trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Cowl Side Trim")

6.	Remove the center pillar lower trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Center Pillar Trim")

7.	Remove the luggage side trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Luggage Side Trim")

8.	Remove the floor carpet assembly (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Replace any damaged clips

1. Car mat

2. Floor carpet

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Inspection • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components. • ...

Inspection Troubleshooting of the speakers When handling the speakers : • Do not cause shock to the speakers by dropping or throwing them. ...