Kia Soul: Closing the tailgate
To close the tailgate, lower and push down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that the tailgate is securely latched.
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.
Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the way before closing the tailgate.
CAUTION - Closing tailgate
Make sure nothing is near the tailgate latch and striker while closing the tailgate. It may damage the tailgate's latch.
WARNING - Riding in 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 or central door lock switch.
If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened by pressing the handle switch and
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Emergency tailgate safety release
Your vehicle is equipped with the emergency tailgate safety release lever located
on the bottom of the tailgate. When someone is inadvertently locked in the luggage
compartment, the tailgate can ...
See also:
Cross Member
* These dimensions indicated in this figure are actual-measurement
dimensions. [ Unit : mm (inch) ]
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Battery replacement
A smart key battery should last for several years, but if the smart key is not
working properly, try replacing the battery with a new one. If you are unsure how
to use your smart key or replace ...
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for looseness or damage. Retighten to the specified
torque. ...