Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 451

C PILLAR TRIM REPLACEMENT 

1. Remove the luggage trim. See LUGGAGE SIDE TRIM REPLACEMENT.  

2. Remove the C pillar trim (A). 

Fig. 55: Identifying C Pillar Trim Fastener Locations 
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LUGGAGE SIDE TRIM REPLACEMENT 

1. Remove the rear door scuff trim. See REPLACEMENT.  

2. Remove the fire extinguisher.  

3. Remove the transverse trim.  

4. Remove the luggage side trim (A).  

5. Installation is the reverse of removal. 

NOTE:

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Put on gloves to protect your hands.  

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When prying with a flat-tipped screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to 
prevent damage.  

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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.  

NOTE:



Put on gloves to protect your hands.  



When prying with a flat-tipped screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to 
prevent damage.  



Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.  

 

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2008 ACCESSORIES & BODY, CAB Interior - Sedona

  

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Fig. 56: Identifying Luggage Side Trim Fastener Locations 
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WINDSHIELD GLASS 

COMPONENTS 

 

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Fig. 57: Identifying Windshield Glass And Windshield Molding 
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REPLACEMENT 

REMOVAL 

1. Remove the following items. 

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Front pillar trim, both sides. See FRONT PILLAR TRIM.  

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Windshield wiper arms and cowl cover. See WINDSHIELD WIPER .  

2. Remove the windshield glass side molding. 

NOTE:



Put on gloves to protect your hands.  



Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces. 

 

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Fig. 58: Removing Windshield Glass Side Molding 
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3. Cut out the sealant using the sealant cutting tool (A) (09861-31100). 

 

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2008 ACCESSORIES & BODY, CAB Interior - Sedona

  

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