Kia Optima: Body Side Moldings. Repair procedures
Replacement
Roof Molding Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip
screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective
tape around the related parts, to prevent damage. |
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Put on gloves to protect
your hands. |
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Take care not to scratch
the body surface. |
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1. |
Using a screwdriver or remover,
remove the roof molding (A).

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2. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Replace any damaged
clips. |
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Fender Garnish Replacement
• |
When prying with a flat-tip
screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective
tape around the related parts, to prevent damage. |
• |
Put on gloves to protect
your hands. |
• |
Take care not to scratch
the body surface. |
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1. |
Using a screwdriver or remover,
remove the fender garnish (A).

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2. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Replace any damaged
clips. |
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C Pillar Molding Replacement
• |
When prying with a flat-tip
screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective
tape around the related parts, to prevent damage. |
• |
Put on gloves to protect
your hands. |
• |
Take care not to scratch
the body surface. |
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1. |
Using a screwdriver or remover,
remove the C pillar molding (A).

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2. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Replace any damaged
clips. |
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Front Wheel Guard And Mud Guard Replacement
• |
When prying with a flat-tip
screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective
tape around the related parts, to prevent damaged |
• |
Put on gloves to protect
your hands. |
• |
Take care not to scratch
the body surface. |
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1. |
Remove the front tire. |
2. |
After loosening the mounting
clips and screws, then remove the front wheel guard (A), mud guard (B).

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3. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Replace any damaged
clips. |
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Rear Wheel Guard And Mud Guard Replacement
• |
When prying with a flat-tip
screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective
tape around the related parts, to prevent damaged |
• |
Put on gloves to protect
your hands. |
• |
Take care not to scratch
the body surface. |
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2. |
After loosening the mounting
clips and nut, then remove the rear wheel guard (A) and mud guard (B)
[RH]
![[LH]](images/books/1521/stfbd1088d.gif)
[LH]

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3. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Replace any damaged
clips. |
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Side Sill Molding Replacement
• |
When prying with a flat-tip
screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective
tape around the related parts, to prevent damage. |
• |
Put on gloves to protect
your hands. |
• |
Take care not to scratch
the body surface. |
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1. |
Loosen the mounting screws. |
2. |
Using a screwdriver or remover,
remove the side sill molding (A). |
3. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Replace any damaged
clips |
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Glass Adjustment
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Check the glass run channel
for damage or deterioration, and replace them if necessary.
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Components
1. Roof molding [RH]
2. Roof molding [LH]
3. Movable glass
4. Cover [RH]
5. Wind deflector assembly
6. Front cover assembly
7. Panoramaroof frame assembly
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See also:
Installation
1.
Remove the ignition key from
the vehicle.
2.
Disconnect the battery negative
cable and wait for at least three minutes.
3.
Install the seat belt ...
Chassis and body
Chart symbols:
I- Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean,
refill, adjust or replace.
R- Replace or change
L- Lubricate.
(1) Refer to the lubricant a ...
Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners Manual
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