Kia 940013C000 Instrument Cluster Assembly

Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. Remove the instrument cluster bezel. To detach the instrument cluster, remove the two lower mounting screws, then take out the two outer screws on models from 2001 to 2006, or the upper screws on models from 2006.5 and later, and pull the instrument cluster towards the steering wheel. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the rear of the cluster. Installation is the reverse of removal.

It becomes fairly burdensome for home mechanics because there are concealed screws for instance those at the back of a hub, tight angles, and lots of electrical connections, which require tagging and removal. It will therefore be preferable if this is left in the hand of competent do-it-yourselfers. Since there are many parts in an instrument panel, one has to note down how every of it is removed, where it is located in relation to the other parts, and how it is fitted. It is not required but to increase the available space and to help avoid possible harm both front seats can be unbolted. First, isolate the negative terminal of the battery, and if possible, you should unhinged the front seats for adequate space. Continue to the removal of the steering wheel, multi-function switch assembly, dash panel, central console, heater and air control, audio unit, instrument cluster and the glove box. Pull the passenger side airbag electrical connector off, unbolt the driver's knee bolster by removing its two bolts, unfasten the two bolts that fix the steering column to the instrument panel and finally, pry both the A-pillar trim panels and kick panels off. Remove several ones of the electrical connectors, and make sure to label all the uncertain ones for identification. Unbolt all the connections that attach the instrument panel to the body and then swing the former forward and pull the instrument panel away from the windshield for withdrawal via the car door, with some support. Another complicated task, which requires insertion of more electrical connectors and fasteners, is the removal of the support beam; this should be done only when one needs to get to the heating/air conditioning unit. Installation process is done in a sequence opposite to removal process.