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Close the sliding door completely using the transmitter or main control button on the overhead console. ... Kia recommends to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner. For power tailgate. 1. Put the shift lever in P (Park). 2. Press the tailgate handle switch and tailgate close button at the same time for more than 3 seconds. ...The recall covers the Optima midsize car from 2016 through 2018, Optima hybrids and plug-ins from 2017 and 2018, and the Rio small car from 2016 and 2017. Kia says in documents posted Thursday by ...Hinge Mount Bolt, Left. With sunroof, rear. Type 2. Without hybrid. Sedan 2010-13, hatchback 2011-13, with sunroof. With panoramic sunroof, to 08/24/2020.The recall covers the Optima midsize car from 2016 through 2018, Optima hybrids and plug-ins from 2017 and 2018, and the Rio small car from 2016 and 2017. Kia says in documents posted Thursday by ...Pull the hood release under the dashboard and go in front of the vehicle. Unlock the hood latch and pull the hood up. Locate the battery's terminals on the driver's side of the engine compartment. Open the cover of the positive terminal by simply pulling it up. To jump-start, connect the red jumper cable to the battery's positive terminal ...3128 posts · Joined 2013. #2 · Aug 22, 2020. Check the configuration of your pants pockets. I had the same issue, because my pants would compress the key fob against the other stuff in my pockets, pressing and holding random buttons, including the trunk unlock. Mostly happened when doing yard work or other kneeling/squatting movements.Ask Your Own Kia Question. The seats came down and I crawled in to pull the emergency release, it still would not open. Kia Mechanic: Charles Clay. Latch must be jammed up , it may require removing the bolts from the inside of the truck lid to latch to get it to up and hopefully be able to disconnect it from car bottom.Hinge Mount Bolt With sunroof, rear. Type 2. Without hybrid. Sedan 2010-13, hatchback 2011-13, with sunroof. With panoramic sunroof, to 08/24/2020. Air bags, type 1.May 31, 2023 · And, as the sunroof is moving forward to close, right at the end of the process the sunroof needs to drop from 3” above roof down to being flush with it. The brackets have built in pivots for that purpose. But, when the pivots stop pivoting, everything binds up in the tracks at the end of the process.Official recalls have been issued for the 2016 Kia Optima by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions. Recalls don ...Resolves Old or Damaged Trunk Actuator Not Working--Our new trunk lock actuator addresses remote opening issues and helps restore the 2016-2020 Kia Optima's tailgate lock to normal operation. The sturdy plastic housing design makes the 81230D4000 Kia Optima trunk lid lock lock assembly more durable and protects it from damage.May 20, 2009 · Open the trunk, use a screwdriver in the slot to close the catch. Get someone to open the trunk release and watch it open. It it does, it works. You need to slacken off the bolts on the catch or the keeper plate and move it closer. Oh look, a RECALL!Trunk won't close on 2018 Forte… dealer says they can't see me until September. The trunk latch won't catch and how the Forte is setup that means that the trunk remains wide open. I am under warranty and called my local Kia dealership and they seemed entirely uninterested in helping and said that they wouldn't be able to do anything ...Kia is recalling about 320,000 cars in the U.S. to fix a problem that could prevent the trunk from being opened from the inside.. The recall covers the Optima midsize car from 2016 through 2018 ...1 post · Joined 2023. #3 · Nov 8, 2023. My kia picanto 2006. The bonnet wont close and i have tried everything you said but it doesn't close. rdfb2. 1063 posts · Joined 2017. #4 · Nov 8, 2023. might be cable has. got seized or frayed stayed in open position .K. kia62 Discussion starter. 674 posts · Joined 2016. #1 · Nov 18, 2018. Found out tonight..by pure chance.. that the boot doesn,t lock.All doors lock ok, mirrors fold and indicators flash.Could be my fiddling,any ideas before I contact the dealer. 2019 GT Line Phantom Black.2 posts · Joined 2021. #14 · Dec 16, 2021. Hello all I have a 2016 kia optima turbo trunk won't open key fob or button on dash. 1. My kia does not have the emergency release on driver side rear seat under head rest. 2. I can't get the dang trunk fuse out of the fuse box. I have tried tweezers and finger nail scissors.2013 Ford Focus trunk latch recall Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchback vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 26, 2016 and equipped with a manual transmission. The hatchback of the affected vehicles may be unlatched with a single press of the interior latch release button.The trunk not closing or locking into place is the most typical sign that the latch itself is damaged. When the key is entered or the remote is activated to turn on the electric solenoid, the top trunk latch mechanism is often locked shut and difficult to open.Mar 4, 2015 · Problem is corrosion in switch wiring plug. Remove push button housing by prizing it out from the short sided ends. Lugs holding it in are at those ends. Pull small 2 pin plug out of housing and use electronic circuit board cleaner to spray on both sides of plug.274. 26K views 2 years ago. This video has detailed instruction on replacing the trunk latch for the 2016-2020 KIA Optima (also Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid), these instructions also work...This video has detailed instruction on replacing the trunk latch for the 2016-2020 KIA Optima (also Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid), these instructions also work ...Here are the step-by-step instructions for accessing the trunk release lever on a kia optima: 1. Look for the small circular lever located to the left of the driver’s seat on the floorboards. 2. Pull the lever towards you and hold it. This will release the trunk latch. 3. If the lever is not functional, try checking the fuse box for any blown ...If I close my trunk with the keys, it won't engage the lock and will do the beeping sound similar to when the car is running and the fob is removed from the cabin. ... 2016 Optima SXL white/white. MODS: chrome wheels, Homelink, cargo hook, cargo mat, mud guards, tinted windows (35%). ... 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Nov 7, 2020 · STEP 1. Look on the left side of the trunk deck (right side if you're facing it) This is the seat you want: STEP 2. Behind the headrest, in back of the seat proper, is a plastic plug with a certain symbol: STEP 3. Pry that plug up, and there's a jacketed cable loop inside. Pull that, and the trunk should open. 2.Winter is coming, so now might be a good time to think about what you carry around in your car's trunk. Whether it's thoughtfully arranged or just crammed full of junk from the las...Press the trunk button on the key fob while standing next to the vehicle. If the trunk opens, it might indicate a problem with the remote communication or the key fob's battery. Try replacing the battery and reprogramming the key fob if necessary. 2. Check the Fuse.17 posts · Joined 2022. #12 · Jun 1, 2022. To fix this you have to remove the back seat bottom I don't think you have to remove the back. then remove the door panel you will find a rod that came undone to the latch you show in the picture. connect the rod open door, then reassemble. easy fix. Fontana, CA, USA.

Kia Mechanic: EricFromCT. If the latch is just not catching when the trunk is closed, then the latch will need to be replaced. Ask Your Own Kia Question. Where can I get it done at. Kia Mechanic: EricFromCT. You can get it replaced at a dealer, or a local repair shop. Either way, they would likely need to order the part.Jan 4, 2020 · Maybe my under-side Tab is similar & I'll ask dealer next time in. After locksmith door opening (not sure what side) the following worked: 1. Unhook positive cable from battery, 2. Held the trunk release button, 3. Plugged positive cable back in, 4.Jul 14, 2010 · 12 posts · Joined 2009. #3 · Jul 15, 2010. Yes, took off the door trim and removed the latch mechanism with the locking mechanism attached. The locking mechanism (connected to the latch by one mechanical wire) seemed to be working fine. The latch was having the problem and this is where the rubber piece fell out of.…

Reader Q&A - also see RECOMMENDED ARTICLES & FAQs. Shop wholesale-priced OEM Kia Optima Trunk Latches at KiaPartsNow.co. Possible cause: 156 posts · Joined 2012. #1 · Sep 26, 2016. Hey there, I noticed that .