Removal And Installation: Removal

Remove the front pillar trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - " FRONT PILLAR TRIM ")
Remove the inside rear view mirror assembly.
(Refer to Mirror - " INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR ")
Remove the auto defogging sensor.
(Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning Unit - " AUTO DEFOGGING SENSOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ")
Remove the rain sensor.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - " RAIN SENSOR ")
Remove the front view camera unit.
(Refer to FRONT VIEW CAMERA )
Remove the cowl top cover.
(Refer to Cowl Top Cover - "COWL TOP COVER REMOVAL & INSTALLATION ")
Remove the A pillar garnish.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - " A PILLAR GARNISH ")
Insert the piano wire (A) in the corner side.

Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
While pulling the piano wire (A) in the direction of the arrow, cut out the sealant on the front edge side (B).

Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
CAUTION:
- Be careful not to burn hands as the excessive heat may be generated while using the wire.
- Be careful as the wire may break when working.
Cut the sealant in sections (A-A) and (B-B) while pulling the piano wire left and right.

Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Cut the sealant in section (A-A) using a cutter knife.

Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Cut the sealant carefully as it may damage the crash pad when working the area (A-A). Be careful not to damage the body painting surface.

Information

When using a cutter knife, use the blade of a knife with a 20 to 30 cm-long.
Carefully remove the windshield glass (A) using the glass holder (B).

Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Remove the glass molding (A) using a cutter knife.

Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

Information

When using a cutter knife, use the blade of a knife with a 20 to 30 cm-long.