Summary
This technical service bulletin provides the procedure for performing a partial repair on the trunk latch base sub assembly on specific models of KIA vehicles, which may exhibit difficult to close latch concerns with the trunk lid.
Affected Vehicles
The affected vehicles include the 2017-2018 Forte (YDm), 2017-2018 Rio (SC), 2016-2020 Optima (JFIJFa), and 2012-2017 Rio (UB).
Repair Procedure
The repair procedure involves removing the trunk lid latch assembly, replacing the trunk latch base sub assembly with an improved part, and reassembling the trunk latch assembly.
Important Notes
Failure to follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin can result in a warranty claim chargeback for unnecessary replacement of the complete trunk lid latch assembly.
Additionally, ensure that no foreign materials exist or enter the terminals of the actuator/motor or the new base sub assembly.
Manual:
Download: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PARTIAL REPAIR TRUNK LATCH – 2012-2020 KIA Forte, Rio, and Optima
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