Kia Stinger CK: Power Tailgate System / Power Tailgate Spindle

Repair procedures
Removal
1.

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.

Remove the rear pillar trim.

(Refer to Body - "Rear Pillar Trim")

3.

Disconnect the power tailgate spindle connector (A).

4.

Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly.

5.

Remove the power tailgate spindle assembly (B).

  

Work in a group of two or more when removing and installing the PTG spindle.

Take care not to close the tail gate while the PTG spindle is being removed.

Do not reuse the PTG spindle drive if it is dropped on the ground. Discard any dropped PTG spindles.

When carefully removing the socket clip, take extra care not to lose the socket clip as it may pop out.

When carefully removing the socket clip, take care not to scratch the clip surface as scratches may cause corrosions in the future.

Installation
1.

Install the power tailgate spindle assembly.

2.

Connect the power tailgate spindle connector.

3.

Install the rear pillar trim.

4.

Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.

  

When assembling the PTG spindle drive to the ball socket, listen for a 'click' sound to make sure that it is firmly assembled.

After assembling the PTG Spindle drive to the ball socket, check the socket clip if it is firmly assembled or not. (the clip should not protrude from the socket.)

After assembling the PTG Spindle drive, make sure that the grommet on the body side is firmly assembled.

Inspection

Inspection of the PTG Spindle

Refer to Power Tailgate System - "Troubleshooting"

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Care of seat belts

Seat belt systems should never be disassembled or modified. In addition, care should be taken to assure that seat belts and belt hardware are not damaged by seat hinges, doors or other abuse. WARNING - Pinched seat belt Make sure that the webbing and/or buckle does not get caught or pinched in the rear seat when returning the rear seatback to its upright position.

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Rear Door Outside Handle

Components and components location Component Location 1. Rear door outside handle Repair procedures Replacement    Put on gloves to protect your hands.    • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

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