Kia Sportage: Power Tailgate System / Power Tailgate Module Repair procedures
a. |
After replacing with a new power tailgate module, check for
DTC code at all times.
If DTC code B24B0 exists, perform power tailgate mode change.
(Refer to Power Tailgate Module - "Troubleshooting")
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b. |
After replacing with a new power tailgate module, perform the
system initialization.
(Refer to Power Tailgate Module - "Troubleshooting")
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c. |
Before delivery to customer, operate the power tailgate to be
sure that there is no warning sound.
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1. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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2. |
Remove the luggage side trim [LH].
(Refer to Body - "Luggage Side Trim")
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3. |
Disconnect the power tailgate module connector (A).

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4. |
Remove the power tailgate module (A) after loosening the mounting nuts.

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1. |
Install the power tailgate module.
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2. |
Connect the power tailgate module connector.
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3. |
Install the luggage side trim [LH].
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4. |
Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Inspection of the Power Tailgate Module
Refer to Power Tailgate System - "Troubleshooting"
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the tailgate trim.
(Refer to Body - "Tailgate Trim" ...
Other information:
When the sunshade is closed
Push the sunroof control lever upward, the sunshade will slide halfway open then
the sunroof glass will tilt.
To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof control lever momentarily.
When the sunshade is opened
Push the sunroof control lever upward, ...
Electric type
The outside rearview mirror can be folded or unfolded by pressing the switch
when the ignition switch is ACC or ON position as below.
Left (1) : The mirror will unfold.
Right (2) : The mirror will fold.
Center (AUTO, 3) :
The mirror will fold or unfold automatically as follows ...