Kia Stinger CK: Tail Gate / 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.

Remove the tailgate trim.

(Refer to tailgate - "tailgate Trim")

2.

Disconnect the rear combination lamp connector [inside] (A).

3.

Remove the rear combination lamp [inside] (A) after loosening the mounting nuts.

4.

Remove the tailgate back panel (A) by using a remover.

5.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

  

Make sure that the connector is connected properly.

Replace any damage clips.

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: CVVT (Continuous Variable Valve Timing) System

Description and operation Description Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) system advances or retards the valve timing of the intake and exhaust valve in accordance with the ECM control signal which is calculated by the engine speed and load. By controlling CVVT, the valve over-lap or under-lap occurs, which makes better fuel economy and reduces exhaust gases (NOx, HC) and improves engine performance through reduction of pumping loss, internal EGR effect, improvement of combustion stability, improvement of volumetric efficiency, and increase of expansion work.

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: FCA front radar / camera sensor

In order for the FCA system to operate properly, always make sure the sensor or sensor cover is clean and free of dirt, snow, and debris. Dirt, snow, or foreign substances on the lens may adversely affect the sensing performance of the sensor. ✽ NOTICE Do not install any accessories, such as a license plate bracket or bumper sticker near the sensor area.

Categories

 
Copyright © 2026 www.kstinger.com 0.0051