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How to Remove the Rear Seats in the KIA Optima?

Model: Kia Optima / K5 MK 3, TF - Years 2010-2015
Part: Seat

In this tutorial, you will see how to remove the rear seats in the KIA Optima, a very simple and quick operation. First, open the boot lid, then pull the two levers indicated towards you to lower the seat backs. Next, locate the indicated fixing bolts, unscrew them using a 13mm hex key, and detach both seat backs from their brackets. At this point, simply unscrew the remaining fixing screws, separate the seat from the base, and install the replacements by following the exact reverse procedure.

Updated on 15 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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