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Repair Procedures: Replacement: Removal

CAUTION:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
NOTE:
  • Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
  1. Remove the front pillar trim.

    (Refer to "FRONT PILLAR TRIM ")

  2. Remove the cowl top cover.

    (Refer to COWL TOP COVER )

  3. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the windshield glass upper molding (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Windshield Glass Upper Molding
    G12173188Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the windshield glass bracket molding (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Windshield Glass Bracket Molding
    G12173189Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the windshield glass side molding (A).
    Fig 3: Locating Windshield Glass Side Molding
    G12173190Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Cut out the windshield sealant using the sealant cutting tool (09861-31100).
    Fig 4: Cutting Out Windshield Sealant Using Sealant Cutting Tool (09861-31100)
    G12173191Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the windshield glass (B) carefully using the glass holder (A).
    Fig 5: Removing Windshield Glass Using Glass Holder
    G12173192Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.