Kia Optima: Fender. Repair procedures
Replacement
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Be careful not to damage
the fender and body. |
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When removing the clips,
use a clip remover. |
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| 1. |
Remove the front bumper. (Refer
to the BD group - "Front Bumper")
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| 2. |
Loosen the mud guard mounting
screws.
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| 3. |
After loosening the mounting
screws and clips, then remove the side sill molding (A).
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| 4. |
After loosening the mounting
screw and bolt, then remove the front bumper side mounting bracket (A).
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| 5. |
After loosening the fender mounting
bolts, then remove the fender (A).
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| 6. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
See also:
Removal
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and
disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2.
Remove the air duct (B) and air
cleaner assembly (A).
3.
Disconn ...
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