Kia Niro: Tailgate / Tailgate Latch Repair procedures
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
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Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the tailgate trim.
(Refer to Tailgate - " Tailgate Trim")
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Disconnect the tailgate latch connector (A).
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Remove the tailgate latch assembly (B) after loosening the mounting bolts
(A).
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Tightening torque :
10.8 - 11.8 N·m (1.1 - 1.2 kgf·m, 8.0 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure that the tailgate locks/unlocks and opens/closes
properly.
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Adjust the tailgate alignment.
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Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.
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Component Location
1. Tailgate latch assembly
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Replacement
Be careful as the tailgate may fall down on people when the lifts are
removed. Have a helper hold the ...
Tailgate Latch Components and components location
Tailgate Lift Repair procedures