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Trunk Lid Back Panel Replacement

CAUTION:
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  1. Remove the trunk lid trim.
  2. After loosening the mounting nuts, then disconnect the rear combination lamp connector (B).
  3. Remove the rear combination lamp (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Combination Lamp And Connector
    G08312930Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Loosen the trunk lid back panel (A) mounting nuts.
    Fig 2: Identifying Trunk Lid Back Panel And Mounting Nuts
    G08312931Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the trunk lid back panel (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Trunk Lid Back Panel
    G08312932Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Replace any damaged clips.