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Repair Procedures: Replacement

(5 Door) 

CAUTION:
  • 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.
NOTE:
  • Take care not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Remove the tail gate upper trim.

    (Refer to TAIL GATE TRIM )

  2. Disconnect the washer nozzle hose (A) and high mounted stop lamp connector (B).
    Fig 1: Washer Nozzle Hose And High Mounted Stop Lamp Connector
    G09744580Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the caps (A).
  4. Loosen the rear spoiler mounting nuts (B).

    Tightening Torque: 

    5.9 ~ 6.4 N.m (0.6 ~ 0.65 kgf.m, 4.3 ~ 4.7 lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Rear Spoiler Mounting Nuts And Caps
    G09744581Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the rear spoiler (A).
    Fig 3: Removing Rear Spoiler
    G09744582Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Information 

    • Make sure the connector is connected properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.