Kia Optima: Removal - Audio Unit. Repair procedures - Audio - Body Electrical System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Removal

Take care not to scratch the center fascia panel and related parts.
Eject all the disc before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad garnish RH (A).

Apply the protective tapes to crash pad garnish and its related parts.
3. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover (A).

4. After loosening the crash pad lower panel mounting screws, then remove the lower panel (A).

5. Remove the switch connector (A) and SSB connector (B) from crash pad lower panel.

6. Remove the crash pad garnish LH (A) after removing the screws.

7. Remove the instrument cluster fascia panel (A) after loosening the screws.

8. Remove the center fascia lower panel (A) after loosening the screws.

9. Remove the connectors (A) and hose (B).

10. Remove the center fascia upper panel (A) after loosening the screws.

11. Remove the audio assembly (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

12. Disconnect the audio connectors and cable (A), then remove the audio unit completely.

Lift the connector locking clip to the arrow direction, disconnect the connector.

When assembling, install the connector and connector locking clip tightly.

If the CD does not eject, do not attempt to remove it because the audio unit may be damaged.Contact an authorized dealership for assistance.

Audio Unit. Repair procedures
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