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PTG Power Latch: Replacement

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the tail gate trim (Refer to TAILGATE ).
  3. Remove the tail gate handle rod, actuator rod and key rod.
  4. Remove the unlatch actuator assembly (A) after removing the connector and nuts (3EA).
    Fig 1: Identifying Unlatch Actuator Assembly
    G04885038Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the tail gate handle rod (A) and connector (B) from the cinching latch assembly (C).
    Fig 2: Identifying Tail Gate Handle Rod And Connector
    G04885039Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the latch mounting screws (3EA) and cinching latch assembly (A) from the tail gate.
    Fig 3: Identifying Cinching Latch Assembly And Latch Mounting Screws
    G04885040Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Check the power tail gate for normal operation.
    • Check the normal operating whenever a power tailgate component is removed or replaced. If the chime sound is heard, check the DTC, wiring harness and cable connections.