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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 Bolts
    G12309924Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Disconnect the front impact sensor connector (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Front Impact Sensor Connector
    G12309925Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. loosen the Front impact sensor mounting nut (B), and remove the sensor (A).
    Fig 3: Locating Front Impact Sensor With Mounting Nut
    G12309926Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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