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

Repair procedures
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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When removing and installing the trunk lid, an assistant is necessary.
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Be careful not to damage the trunk lid and body surface.
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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, remove the trunk lid assembly (B).
Tightening torque :
8.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.9 - 1.2 Kgf·m, 6.5 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the trunk lid locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Adjust the trunk lid as necessary.
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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
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. Trunk lid trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Other information:
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
■ VIN label
The VIN is also on a plate attached
to the top of the dashboard. The
number on the plate can easily be
seen through the windshield from
outside.
Vehicle certification label
The vehicle certification label
attached on the driver’s ...
Description and operation
Description
The mode control actuator is located at the heater unit.
It adjusts the position of the mode door by operating the mode control actuator
based on the signal of the A/C control unit. Pressing the mode select switch makes
the mode control actua ...