Kia Soul: Tail Gate Assembly Replacement - Tail Gate - Body (Interior and Exterior) - Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service ManualKia Soul: Tail Gate Assembly Replacement

Second generation PS (2014-2019) / Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Tail Gate / Tail Gate Assembly Replacement

  
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Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.
  
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When removing and installing the tail gate, an assistant is necessary.
1.
Remove the tail gate trim.
(Refer to Tail Gate - "Tail Gate Trim")
2.
Disconnect the washer nozzle hose (A).
3.
Disconnect the connectors (A) and tail gate wiring harness (B).
4.
Loosen the ground bolts (C).
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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate assembly (D).
Tightening torque :
21.6~26.5 N.m (2.2~2.7 kgf.m, 15.9~19.5 lb-ft)

6.
Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on both ends of the tail gate lifter (B).
7.
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.
    Tail Gate Assembly Component Location
    1. Tail gate assembly ...

    Tail Gate Trim Component Location
    1. Tail gate trim ...

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