Automatic Reverse

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During power opening and closing, if the power liftgate is blocked by an object or a part of the body, the power liftgate detects resistance.

• If resistance is detected while opening the power liftgate, it stops and moves in the opposite direction.
• If an obstruction is detected while the liftgate is closing, it will stop and reverse direction. However, if the obstruction is weak, such as a thin or soft object, or if the liftgate is close to the fully closed position, the automatic stop and reverse function may not detect the obstruction.

If the automatic reverse function operates more than two times consecutively while opening or closing the power liftgate, the power liftgate may stop in that position. In this case, close the liftgate manually and then open it automatically again.

WARNING

Never place any objects or body parts in the path of the power liftgate while it is operating. This may cause injury or damage to the vehicle.

How to Reset the Power Liftgate

If the battery is discharged or disconnected, or if the related fuse has blown, been replaced, or disconnected, reset the power liftgate for normal operation as follows:

1. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.

2. Press and hold the liftgate switch on the liftgate handle and the liftgate close button at the same time for more than 3 seconds (a chime will sound).

3. Close the liftgate manually.

4. Open the liftgate using the liftgate handle switch and let it fully open.

5. After the liftgate fully opens, the initialization is complete and the hazard lights flash twice, indicating that the reset is finished.

If the power liftgate does not operate properly after performing the above procedure, have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

✽ NOTICE

If the power liftgate does not operate normally, first check the following conditions before using the power liftgate.

• Make sure the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.
• Make sure the power liftgate switch is not pressed.

If any of the power liftgate buttons is pressed while the power liftgate is operating, the power liftgate will stop. When any button is pressed again, the power liftgate will change direction.

Customizing the Power Liftgate Opening Height

The driver can set the fully open height of the liftgate by following the instructions below.

1. Manually set the liftgate to the desired height.

2. Press and hold the liftgate close button for more than 3 seconds.

3. You will hear a double chime, indicating that the height has been set.

The liftgate will open to the height set by the driver.

Emergency Liftgate Release

Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency liftgate release lever located at the bottom of the liftgate. If someone is accidentally locked in the cargo area, the liftgate can be opened by pressing the release lever and opening the liftgate.

WARNING

• In an emergency, be fully aware of the location of the emergency liftgate release lever in the vehicle and how to open the liftgate if you are accidentally locked in the cargo area.
• No one should be allowed to occupy the cargo area of the vehicle at any time. The cargo area is a very dangerous place in the event of a collision.
• Use the release lever only in emergencies. Use with extreme caution, especially while the vehicle is moving.