KIA Niro: Tailgate Assembly
Tailgate / Repair Procedures
Adjustment
- After loosening the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolts, adjust the tailgate by moving it up and down, or right and left.
- Adjust the tailgate height by turning the tailgate overslam bumpers (B).
- After loosening the tailgate striker (C) mounting bolts, adjust the tailgate striker by moving it up and down, or right and left.
Tailgate assembly
- Tailgate assembly
Replacement
Warning
Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.
Warning
Work in a group of two when removing and installing the tailgate.
- Remove the tailgate trim (A).
(Refer to Tailgate - "Tailgate Trim")
- Remove the rear spoiler.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - "Rear Spoiler")
- Disconnect the washer nozzle hose (A) and high mounted stop lamp connector (B).
- Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on both ends of the tailgate lifter (B).
- Disconnect the connectors and tailgate wiring harness (A).
- Remove the tailgate assembly (B) after loosening the mounting bolts.
Tightening torque : 21.6 - 26.5 N*m (2.2 - 2.7 kgf*m, 15.9 - 19.5 lb*ft)
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
- Make sure that the tailgate locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
- Adjust the tailgate alignment.
- Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.
- Replace any damaged clips.
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Tailgate Trim | Tailgate Latch Assembly
Tailgate trim
Replacement
Warning
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Warning
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and p
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Specifications
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