Kia Sportage: Tailgate / Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Tailgate / Repair procedures

Adjustment

1.	After loosening the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolts, adjust the tailgate by moving it up and down, or right and left.

2.	Adjust the tail gate height by turning the tailgate overslam bumpers (B).

3.	After loosening the tailgate striker (C) mounting bolts, adjust the tailgate striker by moving it up and down, or right and left.

Tailgate

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Tailgate Assembly Components and components location

Component Location 1. Tailgate assembly ...

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