Liftgate Open Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Kia Stinger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the liftgate back panel.
(Refer to Body - " TAIL GATE BACK PANEL ")
Disconnect the license lamp connectors (A).

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Remove the liftgate outside handle assembly (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

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Remove the liftgate open switch (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

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