Kia Soul EV: Fender / Repair procedures

Kia Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2020 Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Fender / Repair procedures

Replacement

•	Be careful not to damage the fender and body.

•	When removing the clips, use a clip remover.

1.	Remove the head lamps. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Head Lamps")

2.	Remove the A pillar garnish. (Refer to Body Side Moulding - "A Pillar Garnish")

3.	Remove the side sill moulding. (Refer to Body Side Moulding - "Side Sill Moulding")

4.	Using a clip remover, detach the clip, and remove the A pillar guard (A).

5.	Detach the clips and then remove the insulator pad (A).

6.	Loosen the front wheel guard mounting screws and bolt.

7.	Remove the front bumper side bracket (A) after loosening the screw and bolt.

8.	After loosening the mounting bolts and nuts, remove the fender assembly (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure that the connectors are plugged in properly.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

Components and Components Location

Component Location 1. Fender assembly ...

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