Kia Carens: Tail Gate / Tail Gate Latch Repair procedures

Replacement

•	Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.

•	Take care not to scratch the body surface.

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

2.	Disconnect the tail gate latch connector (A).

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)

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.

Component Location 1. Tail gate latch assembly ...

Component Location 1. Tail gate back panel ...

Circuit Diagram (M/T) (A/T) ...

Component Location 1. Inside rear view mirror ...