Kia Picanto: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Cowl Top Cover

Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Service & Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Cowl Top Cover

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Cowl top cover

Repair procedures

Replacement

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

•	Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the cap (A) and the nuts (B), and then remove the wiper arm (C).

Tightening torque :

22.6 - 26.5 N·m (2.3 - 2.7 kgf·m, 16.6 - 19.5 lb·ft)

2.	Disconnect the nozzle hose (A).

3.	Remove the cowl side cover (A).

4.	Detach the clips, then remove the cowl top cover (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Replace any damaged clips.

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