Kia Carens: Features of your vehicle / Tailgate

Child-protector rear door lock

The child safety lock is provided to help prevent children from accidentally opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. The rear door safety locks should be used whenever children are in the v ...

Opening the tailgate

The tailgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked with the key, transmitter, smart key or central door lock/unlock switch. Only the tailgate is unlocked if the tailgate un ...

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Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Hood Latch Repair procedures

Replacement [Hood upper latch assembly] 1. After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the hood upper latch assembly (A). Tightening torque : 7.8 ~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft) ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Repair procedures

Removal 1. Remove the air cleaner assembly and air duct. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air cleaner") 2. Remove the battery and battery tray. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery") ...