Kia Cadenza VG Owner's Manual Quiz
Body (Interior and Exterior)

Body Side Moulding Repair Procedures

In this manual: Body (Interior and Exterior)
General Information — 15Engine Mechanical System — 95Engine Electrical System — 54Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 115Automatic Transmission — 91Drive Shaft and Axle — 13Suspension System — 35Steering — 19Restraints — 46Brake System — 43Body (Interior and Exterior) — 51Body Electrical System — 245Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 56
23steps
~138min
4/5difficulty
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Replacement

Roof Molding Replacement
  • Using a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap protective tape around the tip and apply protective tape around the relevant parts to prevent damage.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands.
  • Be careful not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the roof moulding (A).
  2. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
Fender Garnish Replacement
  • Using a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap protective tape around the tip and apply protective tape around the relevant parts to prevent damage.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands.
  • Be careful not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the fender garnish (A).
  2. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
Trunk Garnish Replacement
  • Using a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap protective tape around the tip and apply protective tape around the relevant parts to prevent damage.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands.
  • Be careful not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Remove the trunk lid trim. (Refer to Group BD - "Trunk Lid")
  2. After loosening the mounting nuts, disconnect the rear combination lamp connector (B).
  3. Remove the rear combination lamp (A).
  4. Loosen the trunk lid rear panel mounting nuts (A).
  5. Using a screwdriver or a trim remover, remove the rear panel of the trunk lid (A).
  6. Using a screwdriver or a trim remover, remove the trunk lid garnish (A).
  7. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
    • Make sure the trunk lid locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
Front Wheel Guard and Fender Liner Replacement
  • Using a flat-blade screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape and apply protective tape around the adjacent parts to prevent damage.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands.
  • Be careful not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Remove the front wheel.
  2. Loosen the retaining clips and screws, then remove the front fender liner (A) and the splash shield (B).
  3. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
Rear Wheel Guard and Fender Liner Replacement
  • Using a flat-blade screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape and apply protective tape around the adjacent parts to prevent damage.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands.
  • Be careful not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Remove the rear wheel.
  2. Loosen the clamps and nut, then remove the rear protector (A) and splash guard (B).
  3. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
Door Garnish Replacement
  • Using a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap protective tape around the tip and apply protective tape around the relevant parts to prevent damage.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands.
  • Be careful not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Using a screwdriver or a pry tool, remove the front door garnish (A).
  2. Using a screwdriver or a pry tool, remove the rear door garnish (B).
  3. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
Side Sill Replacement
  • Using a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap protective tape around the tip and apply protective tape around the relevant parts to prevent damage.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands.
  • Be careful not to scratch the body surface.
  1. Loosen the retaining screws.
  2. Using a screwdriver or a pry tool, remove the side sill garnish (A).
  3. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    • Replace any damaged clips.

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