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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim
pieces to protect from marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the rear bumper cover.
(Refer to Rear Bumper - "Rear Bumper Cover")
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Disconnect the bumper antenna connector (A) and license lamp connector
(B).
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Remove the joint connector mounting clip (C).
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Remove the rear bumper wiring harness mounting clips (A).
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Remove the mounting clips (B), then remove the rear bumper beam
assembly (C) and then loosen the clips.
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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1. Rear bumper beam assembly
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Kia Soul: Rear Bumper Beam Assembly Replacement
Rear Bumper Beam Assembly Component Location
Rear Door