Kia Rio: Tail Gate Replacement
Tail Gate Assembly Replacement
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When removing and installing the tail gate, an assistant
is necessary.
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Take care not to damaged the tail gate and body.
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Remove the following items :
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Tail gate trim
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Loosen the mounting ground bolt (B).
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Disconnect the connectors and tail gate wiring harness (A).
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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate
assembly (A).
Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)
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Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on
both ends of the tail gate lifter (B).
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks
securely.
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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 damage clips.
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Tail Gate Trim Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the body surface.
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After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the tail gate
trim (A).
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Replace any damage clips.
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Tail Gate Latch Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the body surface.
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Remove the following items :
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Tail gate trim
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Disconnect the tail gate latch connector (A).
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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate
latch assembly (A).
Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks
securely.
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Make sure the connector is connected properly
and the connecting rod is connected properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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Tail Gate Outside Handle Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related
parts, to prevent damage.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the body surface.
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1. |
Remove the following items :
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Tail gate trim
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Disconnect the tail gate outside handle connector (A).
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After loosening the mounting nuts, then remove the tail gate outside
handle (A).
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Installation is the reverse of removal
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Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks
securely.
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Make sure the connector is connected properly
and the connecting rod is connected properly.
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Replace any damaged clips.
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Tail Gate Lift Replacement
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Take care not to be closed the tail gate, when removing
the lift.
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Using a screwdriver (A), lift up slightly the socket clips (B)
of both ends on the lifer (D), and then remove the lifter from the bracket
(C).
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Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation.
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Make sure the tail gate lock and opens properly
and locks securely.
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Tail Gate weatherstrip Replacement
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Do not apply sealant to the body.
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Remove the tail gate weatherstrip (A).
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Install the weatherstrip aligned with center line
(B).
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1.
After loosening the trunk lid hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust
the trunk lid by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2.
Adjust the tru ...
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After loosening the tail gate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust
the tail gate by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2.
Adjust the tai ...
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Specifications
Transaxle type
M6CF1
Engine type
Gasoline 1.6 GDI
Gear ratio
1st
3.769
2nd
2.045
3rd
1.286
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Heater & A/C Control Unit (FATC) Schematic Diagrams
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Trunk Lid Adjustment
Tail Gate Adjustment