Kia Rio: Tail Gate Replacement
Tail Gate Assembly Replacement
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When removing and installing the tail gate, an assistant
is necessary.
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Take care not to damaged the tail gate and body.
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Remove the following items :
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Loosen the mounting ground bolt (B).
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Disconnect the connectors and tail gate wiring harness (A).
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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate
assembly (A).
Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)
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Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on
both ends of the tail gate lifter (B).
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks
securely.
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Adjust the tail gate alignment.
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Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.
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Replace any damage clips.
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Tail Gate Trim Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the body surface.
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After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the tail gate
trim (A).
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Replace any damage clips.
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Tail Gate Latch Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the body surface.
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Remove the following items :
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Disconnect the tail gate latch connector (A).
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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate
latch assembly (A).
Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks
securely.
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Make sure the connector is connected properly
and the connecting rod is connected properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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Tail Gate Outside Handle Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the body surface.
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Remove the following items :
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Disconnect the tail gate outside handle connector (A).
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After loosening the mounting nuts, then remove the tail gate outside
handle (A).
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Installation is the reverse of removal
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Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks
securely.
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Make sure the connector is connected properly
and the connecting rod is connected properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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Tail Gate Lift Replacement
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Take care not to be closed the tail gate, when removing
the lift.
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Using a screwdriver (A), lift up slightly the socket clips (B)
of both ends on the lifer (D), and then remove the lifter from the bracket
(C).
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Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation.
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Make sure the tail gate lock and opens properly
and locks securely.
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Tail Gate weatherstrip Replacement
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Do not apply sealant to the body.
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Remove the tail gate weatherstrip (A).
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Install the weatherstrip aligned with center line
(B).
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1.
After loosening the trunk lid hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust
the trunk lid by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2.
Adjust the tru ...
1.
After loosening the tail gate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust
the tail gate by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2.
Adjust the tai ...
See also:
Cleaning
1.
Make sure the ignition switch and all accessories are in the OFF
position.
2.
Disconnect the battery cables (negative first).
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Specifications
Front Suspension
Item
Specification
Suspension type
MacPherson Strut
Shock absorber
Type
GAS
Coil spring
Free Heigh ...
Owner maintenance
The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be performed
by the owner or an authorized Kia dealer at the frequencies indicated to help ensure
safe, dependable operation of y ...
Trunk Lid Adjustment
Tail Gate Adjustment