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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2015RIO SX, 4D HATCHBACKREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING CONTROL SYSTEMSSTEERING WHEELREPAIR PROCEDURESDISASSEMBLY

2015 Kia Rio SX, 4D Hatchback

Repair Procedures: Disassembly

2015 Kia Rio SX, 4D HatchbackSECTION Disassembly

Loosen the screw (6ea) and remove the lower cover (A) from the steering wheel body.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Body Lower Cover
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Disconnect the heated steering wheel unit connector (A) and remove the heated steering wheel unit (B) and wiring (C) and then loosen the screw (2ea).

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Wheel Unit Connector, Steering Wheel Unit And Wiring
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Remove the remote control assembly (A) from the steering wheel body.

Fig 3: Identifying Remote Control Assembly
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Installation is the reverse of the removal.

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When to See a Mechanic

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

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