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Repair Procedures: Adjustment

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  1. Switch "OFF" ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Remove the lower crash pad.

    (Refer to Body - "CRASH PAD ")

  3. Remove the knee airbag.

    (Refer to Restraint - "KNEE AIRBAG (KAB) MODULE ")

  4. Confirm the gap between stop lamp switch and bracket.

    Stop lamp clearance (A): 

    1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.04 - 0.08 in.)

    Fig 1: Checking Stop Lamp Clearance
    G12294466Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. If the gap between stop lamp switch and bracket is not between 1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.04 - 0.08 in), check the mounting clip and other parts around the stop lamp.
  6. If everything is normal, reinstall the stop lamp switch and check the clearance again.