KIA Niro: 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 panels.
Tailgate upper trim
- Using a remover, remove the tailgate upper trim (A).
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
Replace any damaged clips.
Tailgate side trim
- Remove the tailgate trim (A).
- Remove the tailgate upper trim (A).
- Remove the tailgate side trim (A) after loosening the mounting screw.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
Replace any damaged clips.
Tailgate trim
- Remove the tailgate pull handle caps (A).
- Remove the tailgate trim (A) after loosening the mounting screws and clips.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
Replace any damaged clips
Tailgate Latch Assembly
- Tailgate latch assembly
Replacement
- Remove the tailgate trim.
(Refer to Tailgate - " Tailgate Trim")
- Disconnect the tailgate latch connector (A).
- Remove the tailgate latch assembly (B) after loosening the mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque : 10.8 - 11.8 N*m (1.1 - 1.2 kgf*m, 8.0 - 8.7 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.
Tailgate Lift Repair procedures
Warning
Be careful as the tailgate may fall down on people when the lifts are removed. Have a helper hold the tailgate open, or use a secure method to hold it open.
- Using a screwdriver (A), lift up slightly the socket clips (B) of both ends on the lifter (D), and then remove the lifter from the bracket (C).
- Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation.
Warning
Make sure the tailgate locks and opens properly and locks securely.
Tailgate Weatherstrip Repair procedures
Replacement
Warning
Do not apply sealant to the body.
- Remove the tailgate weatherstrip (A).
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
Install the weatherstrip aligned with center line (B).
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Warning
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Warning
Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
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Place the shift dial in P (Park). With
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start the vehicle.
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Electric parking brake control module
EPB switch
EPB actuator
Removal and Installation
EPB Actuator
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battery.
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