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Repair Procedures: Removal: Notes

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CAUTION:
  • Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
  • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Using a screwdriver or remover, separate the room lamp lens (A) from the room lamp.
    Fig 1: Separating Room Lamp Lens From Room Lamp
    G12143380Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the room lamp (A) after loosening the screws.
    Fig 2: Removing Room Lamp Screws
    G12143381Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • When removing the room lamp, be careful of the direction in which the tool is inserted (B).
    • When inserting the tool in the opposite direction, take caution as the room lamp may be damaged.
  4. Remove the room lamp assembly after disconnecting the room lamp connector (A).
Fig 3: Disconnecting Room Lamp Connector
G12143382Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.