KIA Niro: Tailgate
Opening/closing the manual tailgate

Operation
- Press the outside handle switch (1) to open the tailgate.
- Pull up the tailgate.
- Push down the tailgate to close it.
Make sure that the tailgate is securely latched.
Operating condition(s)
- The tailgate is locked or unlocked using the key or central door lock switch.
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Power tailgate
Operating the power tailgate
Operation
Press the power tailgate open/close
button inside the vehicle or with the
smart key for 1 second. The power
tailgate opens with a warning sound.
Press and hold the power tailgate
open/clos
Setting the power tailgate
Power tailgate opening speed
You can adjust the power tailgate opening
speed. Select the desired opening
speed (Fast / Slow) (Default setting is
Fast).
Operation
Instrument cluster (if equipped)
Select Settings → Door → Power
Tailgat
Emergency tailgate safety release
Operation
Insert a long, flat object, such as a key
into the opening at the bottom of the
tailgate.
Slide the latch in the direction of the
arrow to unlock the tailgate.
Push the tailgate to open.
WARNING
For emergencies, be
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High Voltage Shut-off Procedures
Warning
Be sure to read and follow the "General Safety Information and
Caution" before doing any work related with the high voltage
system. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious
electrical injuries.
Be sure to
Ignition Coil Repair procedures | Spark Plug Repair procedures
Removal
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the engine cover.
Disconnect the ignition coil connector (A).
Remove the ignition coil (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.
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