Kia Niro: Wiper blades / Blade inspection
✽ NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to make the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or the wiper blades with foreign matter can reduce the effectiveness of the windshield wipers. Common sources of contamination are insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments used by some commercial car washes. If the blades are not wiping properly, clean both the window and the blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
Wiper blades
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Blade replacement
When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the blades may be worn or cracked,
and require replacement.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not attempt to
move th ...
Other information:
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Sunroof Motor Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the roof trim assembly.
(Refer to Body - "Roof Trim Assembly")
3.
Remove the glass motor (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Oil Pump Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the timing chain cover.
(Refer to Timing System – “Timing Chain Cover”)
2.
Remove the oil level gauge pipe.
(Refer to Lubrication System - "Oil Level Gauge & Pipe")
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