Kia Rio: Trunk Lid / Trunk Lid Assembly
Components and components location

Repair procedures
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Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.
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When removing and installing the trunk lid, an assistant is necessary.
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Remove the trunk lid trim.
(Refer to Trunk Lid - "Trunk Lid Trim")
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Disconnect the connectors and trunk lid wiring harness (A).
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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the trunk lid assembly
(B).
Tightening torque:
7.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf·m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the trunk lid locks/unlocks and opens/closes
properly.
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Adjust the trunk lid 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
(4Door)
1. Trunk lid trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
(4Door)
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Other information:
Snow tires
If you equip your car with snow tires, they should be the same size and have
the same load capacity as the original tires. Snow tires should be installed on
all four wheels; otherwise, poor handling may result.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Center pillar lower trim
2. Center pillar upper trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
[Center pillar lower
trim]
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