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Repair Procedures: Replacement

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  1. Remove the front door trim.

    (Refer to Front Door - "FRONT DOOR TRIM ")

  2. Loosen the front door inside handle mounting screws (A).
  3. Using a flat-tip screwdriver (B), pull up the front door inside handle lock pin (C).
    Fig 1: Loosen Front Door Inside Handle Mounting Screws
    G11934119Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Pull Up Front Door Inside Handle Lock Pin
    G11934120Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the front door inside handle (A).
    Fig 3: Remove Front Door Inside Handle
    G11934121Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.