Kia Soul: Tail Gate Lift Replacement - Tail Gate - Body (Interior and Exterior)Kia Soul: Tail Gate Lift Replacement

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

  
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Take care to not let the tail gate fall on you as the lifts are removed. Have a helper hold the tail gate open, or use a secure method to hold it open.
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Using a screwdriver (A), lift up slightly the socket clips (B) of both ends on the lifter (D), and then remove the lifter from the bracket (C).
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
  
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Make sure the tail gate locks and opens properly and locks securely.
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