How to disassemble the rear seat of a Kia K3?
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The rear seat back of the Kia K3 has fixed screws, and the disassembly method is mainly as follows: 1. In the gap between the seat and the backrest. 2. Use a twelve-socket wrench to remove the screws inside. 3. Then the seat can be removed. Extended content: 1. In terms of appearance. The Kia K3 fully incorporates the family-style tiger roar design language, making the exterior extremely visually impactful. The family-style grille is embellished with serrated chrome trim, combined with the sharp-looking front headlight group, it appears very aggressive. The horizontal front bumper is a common design for current sports cars, which can significantly stretch the visual width and make the visual effect more sporty. 2. In terms of interior. The Kia K3 retains the center console design of the overseas version of the K3, including the new-style multifunctional steering wheel, floating center console screen, air conditioning vents, and center console panel. In addition, the domestic K3 has been optimized in some configurations, such as using an electronic handbrake to replace the mechanical handbrake of the overseas version, and the new car is also equipped with rear air conditioning vents.
Last time, I spent quite a while helping a friend remove the rear seats of a Kia K3. This car has two large steel hooks on each side of the rear seat cushion that latch onto the chassis. You need to grip the middle of the front edge of the seat with both hands, lift it sharply upwards to release the front clips, and then flip it backwards like opening a lid. After removing the cushion, you'll find the mounting screws, which require a 12mm socket wrench to loosen and remove by turning counterclockwise. At the very top of the backrest, there's a seatbelt anchor slot hidden under a plastic cap that needs to be pried open with a small flathead screwdriver to fully detach. Throughout the process, remember to check if there are any wiring harnesses connected under the seat, especially in top-trim models with seat heating. If you find any deformed metal clips after disassembly, use pliers to straighten them before reinstalling.
Personal tip: The key to removing K3 rear seats lies in finding the right leverage point. The pair of metal clips under the front edge of the seat cushion are extremely tight – don't press directly on the foam with your palms. Instead, brace your knee against the center of the seat while gripping the bottom edge with both hands to lift upward. The two 10mm screws at the base of the backrest are hidden within the fabric seams – keep a magnetic pickup tool handy to prevent dropped screws from disappearing into frame gaps. After removing screws, gently pull the backrest outward, avoiding sudden pressure on the seatbelt anchors. Pro tip: Take this opportunity to clean accumulated coins and dust under the seats, but avoid using harsh cleaners on the OEM foam as it may discolor.
