Kia Sportage: Power Tailgate System / PTG Spindle Repair procedures
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the rear pillar trim.
(Refer to Body - "Rear Pillar Trim")
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3. |
Disconnect the PTG spindle connector (A).

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Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly.
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Remove the PTG spindle assembly (B).

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Work in a group of two or more when removing and installing
the PTG spindle.
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Take care not to close the tail gate while the PTG spindle
is being removed.
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Do not reuse the PTG spindle drive if it is dropped
on the ground. Discard any dropped PTG spindles.
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When carefully removing the socket clip, take extra
care not to lose the socket clip as it may pop out.
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When carefully removing the socket clip, take care not
to scratch the clip surface as scratches may cause corrosions
in the future.
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If it is necessary, remove the nuts and replace the PTG spindle bracket
(A).

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1. |
Install the PTG spindle bracket.
Tightening torque :
6.9 - 10.8 N·m (0.7 - 1.1 kgf·m, 5.1 - 8.0 lb·ft)
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2. |
Install the PTG spindle assembly.
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3. |
Connect the PTG spindle connector.
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4. |
Install the rear pillar trim.
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5. |
Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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When assembling the PTG spindle drive to the ball socket,
listen for a 'click' sound to make sure that it is firmly
assembled.
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After assembling the PTG Spindle drive to the ball socket,
check the socket clip if it is firmly assembled or not.
(the clip should not protrude from the socket.)
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After assembling the PTG Spindle drive, make sure that
the grommet on the body side is firmly assembled.
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Inspection of the PTG Spindle
Refer to Power Tailgate System - "Troubleshooting"
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the tailgate upper trim.
(Refer to Body - "Tailgate Tri ...
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