Kia Sportage: Closing the tailgate
To close the tailgate, lower and push down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that the tailgate is securely latched.
Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the way before closing the tailgate.
CAUTION
Make sure nothing is near the tailgate latch and striker while closing the tailgate. It may damage the tailgate's latch.
WARNING - Exhaust fumes
Driving with the tailgate open is not advisable. Dangerous exhaust fumes can enter the passenger compartment. If you must drive with the tailgate opened, keep the air vents and all windows open so that additional outside air can enter.
WARNING - Rear cargo area
Occupants should never ride in the rear cargo area where no restraints are available. Occupants should always be properly restrained.
Opening the tailgate
The tailgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked
with the key, transmitter (or smart key) or central door lock switch.
If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened by pres ...
Emergency tailgate safety release
Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency tailgate safety release lever located
on the bottom of the tailgate. When someone is inadvertently locked in the cargo
area, the tailgate can be opened ...
Other Information:
Power Window Motor: Repair procedures
Inspection
Front Power Window Motor
1.
Remove (-) negative battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front door trim.
(Refer to the BD group - "Front door")
3.
Disconnect the connector from the m ...
Valve Body: Components and Components Location
Component Location
1. Automatic transaxle2. Valve body assembly
1. Pressure Control Valve(PCV) adjust screw2. Solenoid valve bracket3. Oil temperature sensor4. Line Pressure Control Solenoid ...
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