Kia Carens: Tail Gate / Tail Gate Assembly Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Tail Gate / Tail Gate Assembly Repair procedures

Replacement

•	Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.

•	When removing and installing the tail gate, an assistant is necessary.

1.	Remove the tail gate upper trim. (Refer to Tail Gate - "Tail Gate Trim")

2.	Remove the tail gate side trim. (Refer to Tail Gate - "Tail Gate Trim")

3.	Remove the tail gate trim. (Refer to Tail Gate - "Tail Gate Trim")

4.	Disconnect the washer nozzle hose (A) and high mounted stop lamp connector (B).

5.	Disconnect the connectors and tail gate wiring harness (A).

6.	Loosen the ground bolts (B).

After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate assembly (C).

Tightening torque :

21.6~26.5 N.m (2.2~2.7 kgf.m, 15.9~19.5 lb-ft)

After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate lifter (A).

Tightening torque :

6.9~10.8 N.m (0.7~1.1 kgf.m, 5.1~8.0 lb-ft)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the tail gate locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.

•	Adjust the tail gate alignment.

•	Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

Tail Gate Assembly Components and components location

Component Location 1. Tail gate assembly ...

Tail Gate Trim Components and components location

Component Location 1. Tail gate trim ...

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