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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the liftgate lower trim.

    (Refer to Body - "LIFTGATE TRIM ")

  3. Disconnect the connector (A) and remove the latch after loosening the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    21.6 - 26.5 N.m (2.20 - 2.70 kgf.m, 15.93 - 19.50 lb.ft)

    G13312365Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Disconnect the connector (A) and remove the actuator (B) after loosening the nuts.

    Tightening torque: 

    21.6 - 26.5 N.m (2.20 - 2.70 kgf.m, 15.93 - 19.50 lb.ft)

    G13312366Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.