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Trunk Open Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Kia Optima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the trunk lid trim.

    (Refer to Body - "TRUNK LID TRIM ")

  3. Remove the trunk lid key holder (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.
  4. Disconnect the key holder cable (B).
    G12351898Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Disconnect the trunk open switch connector (A).
    G12351899Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the trunk open switch assembly (A) after disengaging mounting clips.
G12351900Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
G12351901Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.