KIA Niro: Hood Assembly Repair procedures
Kia Niro - First generation - (DE) (2017-2022) - Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior And Exterior) / Hood / Hood Assembly Repair procedures
Replacement
Warning
Be careful not to damage the hood and body.
Warning
- Work in a group of two when removing and installing the hood.
- Use a clip remover to remove clips.
- Remove the hood assembly (A) after loosening the hood hinge mounting bolts.
Tightening torque : 21.6 - 26.5 N*m (2.2 - 2.7 kgf*m, 15.9 - 19.5 lb*ft)
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
- Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
- Adjust the hood alignment.
Hood Insulator Pad Repair procedures
Replacement
Warning
Be careful not to damage the hood and body.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
Replace any damaged clips.
Hood Weatherstrip Repair procedures
Replacement
- Remove the hood weatherstrip (A).
Warning
Be careful not to damage the hood and body.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
Replace any damaged clips.
Hood Latch Release Handle
- Hood Latch Release Handle
Hood Latch Release Handle Repair procedures
Replacement
- Using a remover, remove the hood release handle (A).
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
- Make sure the hood latch cable is connected properly.
- Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
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Hood lower latch assembly
Hood lower latch assembly
Replacement
Remove the front bumper cover.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Cover")
Disconnect the hood lower latch connector (A).
Remove the engine clutch reservoir (A) after loos
Door Scuff Trim | Cowl Side Trim
Front pillar trim
Front door scuff trim
Center pillar upper trim
Rear door scuff trim
Cowl side trim
Center pillar lower trim
Rear pillar trim
Door Scuff Trim
Component Location
Front door scuff trim
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Rear window/outside mirror defroster
Operation
Press the rear window defroster button.
The indicator appears when the
defroster is ON.
It turns OFF after approximately 20
minutes or when the vehicle is in OFF
position.
CAUTION
Conductors
To prevent damage to the c
Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for charging
Check the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
Look for low or underinflated tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your coolant
level when the motor compartment
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