Kia Niro: Tailgate / Tailgate Latch Repair procedures

Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Tailgate / Tailgate Latch Repair procedures

Replacement

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

•	Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1.	Remove the tailgate trim. (Refer to Tailgate - " Tailgate Trim")

2.	Disconnect the tailgate latch connector (A).

Remove the tailgate latch assembly (B) after loosening the mounting bolts (A).

Tightening torque :

10.8 - 11.8 N·m (1.1 - 1.2 kgf·m, 8.0 - 8.7 lb·ft)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure that the tailgate locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.

•	Adjust the tailgate alignment.

•	Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.

Tailgate Latch Components and components location

Component Location 1. Tailgate latch assembly ...

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