Kia Rio: Rain Sensor Removal
The rain sensor may not operate properly if contaminated. Protect
the rain sensor surface by not removing the cover until installation
time. The coupling pad on the rain sensor surface has adhesive strength.
Take care when installing the sensor. If the sensor is separated from
the windshield by force, the sensor or windshield may be damaged. Take
care when removing the sensor.
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Remove the rain sensor cover (A) first.
Be careful not to damage the cover latch by applying excessive
force. To remove the latch, pull aside the latch using the cover hole
(B) with the little (-) screwdriver (C).
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| 2. |
Remove the wiring harness connector (D) from sensor.
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| 3. |
Rain sensor module is attached to the front windshield by glue
replacing the front windshield, remove the rain sensor module from the
existing front windshield and install on the new front windshield.
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