Kia Stinger: Tail Gate / Tail Gate Latch
Components and components location

1. Tailgate latch assembly
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Repair procedures
Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the tailgate trim.
(Refer to tailgate - "tailgate Trim")
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Disconnect the tailgate latch connector (A).

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Remove the tailgate latch assembly after loosening the mounting bolts
(A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the tail gate locks/unlocks and opens/closes
properly.
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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 damaged clips.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Tailgate trim
2. Tailgate side trim [LH]
3. Tailgate upper trim
4. Tailgate side trim [RH]
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Repair procedures
Replacement
Do not apply sealant to the body.
1.
Using a screwdriver, re ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove the cylinder head cover.
(Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - "Cylinder Head Cover")
2.
Turn the crankshaft pulley and align its groove with the timing mark
of the timing chain cover to set the pi ...
Components and components location
Components
Repair procedures
Removal
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools t ...