Kia Carens: Body Side Moulding / Roof Side Moulding Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Body Side Moulding / Roof Side Moulding Repair procedures

Replacement

[General Type]

•	Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.

•	Take care not to scratch the body surface.

1.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the roof side moulding (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

[Panorama Sunroof Type]

•	Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.

•	Take care not to scratch the body surface.

1.	Remove the roof rack assembly. (Refer to Body Side Moulding - "Roof Rack")

2.	Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the roof side moulding (A). [Front] [Rear]

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

Roof Rack Repair procedures

Replacement [General Type] • Put on gloves to protect your hands. ...

Rear Spoiler Repair procedures

Replacement • Put on gloves to protect your hands. ...

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