| Removal |
| 1. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. |
Remove the tailgate trim. (Refer to Body - "Tailgate Trim") |
| 3. |
Disconnect the power tailgate latch connector (A) and power closing unit connector (B).
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| 4. |
Loosen the power tailgate latch (A) mounting bolts.
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| 5. |
Loosen the power closing unit (A) mounting nuts.
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| 6. |
Remove the power tailgate latch & power closing unit (A).
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| Installation |
| 1. |
Install the power tailgate latch and power closing unit. |
| 2. |
Connect the power tailgate latch and power closing unit connector. |
| 3. |
Install the tailgate trim. |
| 4. |
Connect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| Inspection |
Inspection of the Power Tailgate Latch
Refer to Power Tailgate System - "Troubleshooting"
Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Anti-Pinch Strip
Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the tailgate trim. (Refer to Body - "Tailgate Trim") 3. Disconnect the anti-pinch strip connector (A). 4. Remove the anti-pinch strip (A) after removing the mounting clips.Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Tail Gate Back Panel
Repair procedures Replacement • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface. • Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels. 1.