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

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

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

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


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

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


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

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

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

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

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

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Lift the connector locking clip to the arrow direction, disconnect
the connector. When assembling, install the connector and connector
locking clip tightly.
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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. |
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Do not work in a dusty
or dirty place.
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Do not touch the circuit
board with ...
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Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery
negative (-) cable.
2.
Remove the RCV control solenoid valve (A) after disconnect
the connector, ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to the RT group)
3.
Remove the steering wheel.
(Refe ...