Kia Forte: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Fender
Components and components location
Repair procedures
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When removing the fender, wrap protective tape around a screwdriver
or remover not to damage components
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries
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When removing the clips, use a clip remover.
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Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Assembly")
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Remove the head lamps.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Head Lamps")
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Remove the side seal molding.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - "Side Seal Molding")
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Remove the front wheel guard.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - "Front Wheel Guard")
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Remove the front bumper side mounthing bracket (A) after loosening the
bolts.
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After loosening the mounting bolts, remove the fender assembly (A).
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
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Replace any damaged clips (or pin - type retainers).
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Service data
Service Data
Items
Specification
Hood
Type
Front openine type, rear hinged, stay rod type
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Repair procedures
Adjustment
1.
After loosening the hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the hood (B) by moving
it up and down or from side to side and tighten the bolt.
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Other information:
Description and operation
Description
Vehicles have many control units that use more electricity. These units control
their own system based on information from diverse sensors. It is important to have
a stable power supply as there diverse sensors giving a variety of information. ...
Repair procedures
Adjustment
1.
After loosening the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tailgate
by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2.
Adjust the tailgate height by turning the tailgate overslam bumpers (B).
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