Kia Soul EV Owner's Manual Quiz
Body (Interior and Exterior)

Tailgate Lift Repair Procedures

In this manual: Body (Interior and Exterior)
General Information — 17Maintenance — 17Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 36Steering — 24Restraints — 48Brake System — 37Body (Interior and Exterior) — 207Body Electrical System — 203Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 80Electric Vehicle Battery System — 115
2steps
~12min
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Replacement
  • Make sure the rear door does not fall on you when the lift supports are removed. Have an assistant hold the rear door open, or use a safe method to keep it open.
  1. Using a screwdriver (A), slightly lift the connector clips (B) on both ends of the lift support (D), then remove the lift support from the bracket (C).
  2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    • Make sure the rear door latches and unlatches correctly and locks securely.

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