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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the heater & A/C control unit.

    (Refer to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - "HEATER & A/C CONTROL UNIT ")

  3. Disconnect the VESS unit connector (A).
    Fig 1: Locating VESS Unit Connector
    G12314514Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the VESS unit (A) after loosening the nuts.
    Fig 2: Locating VESS Unit With Nuts
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