Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Cowl Moulding / Trim: Service and Repair




Cowl Cover Replacement

Special Tools Required

- KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014
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NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

1. Remove the windshield wiper arms.

2. Remove the passenger's cowl cover (A) and the driver's cowl cover (B).

1. Detach the clips (C) with a clip remover, then remove the hood rear seal (D).

2. Detach the clips (E) with a clip remover from the cowl covers.

3. Release the windshield washer tube (F).

4. Detach the clips (G, H) and release the hooks (I, J) by carefully pulling the passenger's cowl cover upward.

5. Pull the cover forward to release the hooks (K), and pull out the hinge cover (L) from the front fender (M), then remove the passenger's cowl cover.

6. Detach the clips (G, H, N), and release the hook (O) by carefully pulling the driver's cowl cover upward.

7. Pull the cover forward to release the hooks (P), and pull out the hinge cover (Q) from the front fender (R), then remove the driver's cowl cover.





3. Install the cowl covers in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.