Kia Stinger CK: Power Tailgate System / Power Tailgate Latch

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual / Body Electrical System / Power Tailgate System / Power Tailgate Latch

Repair procedures
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).

4.

Loosen the power tailgate latch (A) mounting bolts.

5.

Loosen the power closing unit (A) mounting nuts.

6.

Remove the power tailgate latch & power closing unit (A).

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"

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Rear Wheel Speed Sensor

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Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Recommended cold tire inflation pressures

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