Kia Forte: 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 tailgate, an assistant is necessary.
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Remove the tailgate upper trim.
(Refer to Tailgate - "Tailgate Trim")
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Remove the tailgate side trim.
(Refer to Tailgate - "Tailgate Trim")
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Remove the tailgate trim.
(Refer to Tailgate - "Tailgate Trim")
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Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on both ends
of the liftgate lifter (B).

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Disconnect the connectors and liftgate wiring harness (A).
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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the liftgate assembly
(B).
Tightening torque :
21.6 - 26.5 N·m (2.2 - 2.7 kgf·m, 15.9 - 19.5 lb·ft)
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To install, reverse removal procedure.
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Replace any damaged clips (or retainers or fasteners)
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Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected properly.
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Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
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Adjust the latch alignment.
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Repair procedures
Adjustment
1.
After loosening the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tailgate
by moving it up or down, or right or left.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Tailgate trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Other information:
Day time running lamp
(Bulb type) replacement
If the Day time running lamp (DRL)
(1) does not operate, have the vehicle
checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Side repeater lamp (LED type)
bulb replacement
If the side repeater lamp (LED) (1)
does not operate, have the vehicle
chec ...
Components and components location
Components Location
1. Integrated memory system control
switch assembly
Schematic diagrams
Connector and Terminal function
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the ...