Repair Procedures: Removal

2015 Kia Cadenza PremiumSECTION Removal
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Using a screw driver or remover, remove the center fascia lower panel (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Center Fascia Lower Panel
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  3. Remove the in-car hose (A) and disconnect the connectors (B) from the heater & A/C control unit.
    Fig 2: Identifying In-Car Hose Connectors
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  4. Using a screw driver or remover, remove the crash pad garnish [RH] (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Crash Pad Garnish (RH)
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  5. Remove the AVN head unit (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
    Fig 4: Identifying AVN Head Unit
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  6. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the AVN head unit.
    Fig 5: Identifying AVN Head Unit Connectors
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  7. Using a screw driver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover (A).
    Fig 6: Identifying Crash Pad Side Cover
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  8. Remove the crash pad lower panel (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
    Fig 7: Identifying Crash Pad Lower Panel
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  9. Disconnect the connectors (A).
    Fig 8: Identifying Crash Pad Lower Panel Connectors
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  10. Remove the crash pad center panel (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
    Fig 9: Identifying Crash Pad Center Panel
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  11. Remove the ignition key grommet (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
    Fig 10: Identifying Ignition Key Grommet
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  12. Disconnect the start/stop button connector (A).
    Fig 11: Identifying Start/Stop Button Connector
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  13. Remove the start/stop button (A) by pushing the both sides of the hooks.
    Fig 12: Removing Start/Stop Button
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.