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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least thirty seconds before beginning work.
  2. Remove the front bumper.

    (Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "FRONT BUMPER ")

  3. Separate the radiator support upper member (A) after loosening the bolts.
    Fig 1: Locating Radiator Support Upper Member With Bolts
    G12141984Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Disconnect the front impact sensor connector (A) and then remove the front impact sensor (B) after loosening the nut.
Fig 2: Locating Front Impact Sensor And Connector With Nut
G12141985Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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