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Repair Procedures: Removal

NOTE: If replacement of the bracket or extension wire of BSD unit is required, it is recommended to surely replace the defective part only with a new one, not the whole BSD unit.
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the rear bumper.

    (Refer to "REAR BUMPER COVER ")

  3. Disconnect the BSD connector (A) from the BSD unit.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting BSD Connector From BSD Unit
    G12173622Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the BSD assembly (A) after loosening the mounting nuts.

    Tightening torque  : 3.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb.ft)

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the bracket when removing the BSD unit.
Fig 2: Removing BSD Assembly Mounting Nuts
G12173623Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

Information 

In the following cases, replace the extension wire or bracket.

  1. If the bracket is physically deformed or damaged.
    • Remove the bracket (A) from the BSD unit by loosening the screws.
    Fig 3: Removing Bracket From BSD
    G12173624Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. If the connector or wire is damaged.
    • Remove the extension wire (A) after separating the mounting clip.
    Fig 4: Removing Extension Wire Mounting Clip
    G12173625Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.