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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the luggage side trim [RH].

    (Refer to "LUGGAGE SIDE TRIM ")

  3. Disconnect the smart tailgate unit connectors (A).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Smart Tailgate Unit Connectors
    G12176973Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the smart tailgate unit (A) after loosening the nuts.
    Fig 2: Removing Smart Tailgate Unit Nuts
    G12176974Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.