Kia Forte: Tail Gate Lift Replacement
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Take care to not let the tailgate fall on you as the lifts
are removed. Have a helper hold the tailgate open, or use a
secure method to hold it open.
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Loosen the tail gate lifter mounting bolts.
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Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on
both ends of the tail gate lifter (B).
Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)
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Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation.
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Make sure the tail gate locks and opens properly
and locks securely.
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(5Door)
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective ...
(5Door)
1.
Remove the tail gate weatherstrip (A).
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See also:
Emergency Fastening Device (EFD)
Front emergency fastening device operates as well as belt pretensioner
at the same time If it gets into its deploy condition after a collision. It
is located at near anchor on front seat and ...
Parking Assist System Switch Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the floor console assembly.
(Refer to Body - "Floor Console Assembly&quo ...
Component Location
1. Fuel filler door
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