Kia Cee'd: Tailgate / Opening the tailgate
■ 3 Door and 5 Door
■ Wagon
- The tailgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked with the key, transmitter, smart key or central door lock/unlock switch.
- Only the tailgate is unlocked if the tailgate unlock button on the transmitter or smart key is pressed for approximately 1 second or the tailgate handle switch is pressed with the smart key in your possession.
- If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened by pressing the handle and pulling it up.
- Once the tailgate is opened and then closed, the tailgate locks automatically. (All doors must be locked.)
✽ NOTICE
In cold and wet climates, door lock and door mechanisms may not work properly due to freezing conditions.
WARNING
The tailgate swings upward. Make sure no objects or people are near the rear of the vehicle when opening the tailgate.
CAUTION
Make certain that you close the tailgate before driving your vehicle. Possible damage may occur to the tailgate lift cylinders and attaching hardware if the tailgate is not closed prior to driving.
Tailgate
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Closing the tailgate
❈ The actual luggage room in the vehicle may
differ from the illustration.
Lower and push down the tailgate firmly.
Make sure that the tailgate is securely
latched.
WARNING
Make sure your ...
Other information:
: Opening the Liftgate
Opening the Liftgate From Inside Your Vehicle
With the transmission in park
(P), press the button on the
instrument panel.
Note: Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example
a bike rac ...
: Memory Function
How Does the Memory Function Work
The memory function recalls the position
of these features:
Driver seat.
Power mirrors.
Memory Function Precautions
WARNING: Before activating the
memory seat, make sure that the area
immediately surrounding the seat is clear
of obstructions and that all occ ...
