 Kia Forte: Tail Gate Lift Replacement
Kia Forte: Tail Gate Lift Replacement
		
		
		
	
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					Take care to not let the tailgate fall on you as the lifts 
					are removed. Have a helper hold the tailgate open, or use a 
					secure method to hold it open.  |  | 
	
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			Loosen the tail gate lifter mounting bolts. | 
	
		| 2. | 
			Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on 
			both ends of the tail gate lifter (B). 
			
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					Tightening torque : 
				 
					6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft) 
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			Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation. 
			
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							Make sure the tail gate locks and opens properly 
							and locks securely. |  |  | 
   
	
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					When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with 
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			Remove the tail gate weatherstrip (A).
		
			
				
				
					
						
						   
					
					
						
					
				
				
					
						
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