Lower and push down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that the tailgate is securely latched.
WARNING
Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the way before closing the tailgate.
WARNING - Exhaust fumes
The tailgate lid should always be kept completely closed while the vehicle is in motion. If it is left open or ajar, exhaust gases may enter the car and serious illness or death may result.
CAUTION
Make sure nothing is near the tailgate latch and striker while closing the tailgate. It may damage the tailgate's latch.
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Parking Brake Assembly Components and components location
Components
1. Parking brake pedal
2. Parking brake cable
3. Equalizer assembly
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Rear Door Trim Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pie ...