Kia Rio: Liftgate (for 5 door) / Emergency liftgate safety release
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Your vehicle is equipped with the emergency liftgate safety release lever located
on the bottom of the liftgate. If someone is inadvertently locked in the luggage
compartment. The liftgate can be opened by doing as follows:
1. Input the mechanical key into the hole.
2. Push the mechanical key to the right.
3. Push up the liftgate.
WARNING
- No one should be allowed to occupy the trunk at any time. The trunk is
a very dangerous location in the event of a crash.
- Use the release lever for emergencies only. Use with extreme caution,
especially while the vehicle is in motion.
To close the liftgate, lower and push down the liftgate firmly. Make sure that
the liftgate is securely latched.
Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the
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(1) Driver’s door power window switch
(2) Front passenger’s door power window switch
(3) Rear door (left) power window switch*
(4) Rear door (right) power window switch*
(5) Window opening a ...
Other information:
Engine oil and filter
The engine oil and filter should be changed at the intervals specified in the
maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is being driven in severe conditions, more
frequent oil and filter changes are required.
Drive belts
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, e ...
Components and components location
Components
1. Exhaust manifold gasket
2. Exhaust manifold
3. Exhaust manifold stay
4. Heat protector
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Disconnect the negative battery ...