Kia Forte: Trunk Lid / Trunk Lid Latch
Repair procedures
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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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Remove the tailgate lower trim.
(Refer to Tailgate - "Tailgate Trim")
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Disconnect the tailgate latch connector (A).

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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tailgate latch (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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To install, reverse removal procedure.
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Replace any damaged clips (or retainers or fasteners)
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Adjust the latch alignment.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Trunk lid trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Repair procedures
Replacement
Take care to not let the tailgate fall on you as the lifts are removed.
Have a hel ...
Other information:
Specifications
Specification
Temperature
Resistance (kΩ)
°C
°F
-40
-40
48.14
-20
-4
14.13 - 16.83
0
32
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Description and operation
Description
The Evaporative Emission Control System prevents fuel vapor stored in fuel tank
from vaporizing into the atmosphere. When the fuel evaporates in the fuel tank,
the vapor passes through vent hoses or tubes to a canister filled with charcoal.
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