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

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service 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.

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

1.

Remove the reservoir cover (A) after removing the mounting cilps.

2.

Remove the cap (A) and then loosen the nuts (B).

Tightening torque :

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

3.

Remove the wiper arm (A).

4.

Disconnect the nozzle hose (A).

5.

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

6.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

  

Replace any damaged clips.

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Important safety precautions

You will find many safety precautions and recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. The safety precautions in this section are among the most important. Always wear your seat belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of accidents. Air bags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with air bags, ALWAYS make sure you and your passengers wear your seat belts, and wear them properly.

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Winter driving

Severe weather conditions in the winter result in greater wear and other problems. To minimize the problems of winter driving, you should follow these suggestions: WARNING - Driving with summer tires Summer tires are equipped to provide the best driving performance on dry roads, varying according to specification. Do not use summer tires at temperatures below 7°C (45°F) or when driving on snow or ice.

 
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