Kia Rio: Tailgate / Tailgate Assembly
Components and components location

Repair procedures
Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.
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When removing and installing the tail gate, an assistant is needed.
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Remove the tailgate trim (A).
(Refer to Tailgate - "Tailgate Trim")
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Disconnect the washer nozzle hose (A) and high mounted stop lamp connector
(B).

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Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on both ends
of the tailgate lifter (B).

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Remove the tailgate assembly (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.
Tightening torque :
21.6 - 26.5 N·m (2.2 - 2.7 kgf·m, 15.9 - 19.5 lb·ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the tail gate locks/unlocks and opens/closes
properly.
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Adjust the tail gate alignment.
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Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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Repair procedures
Adjustment
(5Door)
1.
After loosening the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolts, adjust the tailgate
by moving it up and down, or right and ...
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Tailgate trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Other information:
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Measure the resistance between the terminals.
2.
The measured resistance is not within specification, the blower resistor
must be replaced. (After removing the resistor)
Replacement
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Components and components location
Components
[Roof Antenna (Radio)]
[Roof Antenna (Radio + DAB)]
Repair procedures
Removal
Roof antenna
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the ...