Kia Rio: Tailgate / Tailgate Latch
Components and components location

Repair procedures
(5Door)
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the Tailgate trim.
(Refer to Tailgate - "Tailgate Trim")
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Disconnect the Tailgate latch connector (A).

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Remove the Tailgate latch assembly (B) after loosening the mounting bolts
(A).
Tightening torque :
6.9 - 10.8 N·m (0.7 - 1.1 kgf·m, 5.1 - 8.0 lb·ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the Tailgate locks/unlocks and opens/closes
properly.
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Adjust the Tailgate alignment.
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Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Tailgate trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Repair procedures
Replacement
(5Door)
Be careful as the tailgate may fall down on people when the lifts ...
Other information:
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the service cover by pulling out the service cover.
3. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise
until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rota ...
Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Power source
3 V
Operating temperature
-22 - 176°F (-30 - 80°C)
RF Modulation
FSK
LF Modulation
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