Rear Hatch - Kia Sedona 2005 Owner's Manual

Knowing Your Vehicle

REAR HATCH

UNLOCK
Handle
Opening the Rear Hatch
To open the rear hatch from the outside:
1. Insert the door key into the lock and turn it coun-
terclockwise. You can also unlock the latch (but
not release it) with the power door lock system.
2. Reach under the license plate light shield and
pull the rear hatch handle to release the latch.
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LOCK
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3. Pull the rear hatch back and up to open.
Make certain that you close the rear hatch door
before driving your vehicle. Possible damage may
occur to the rear hatch lift cylinders and attaching
hardware if the rear hatch door is not closed prior
to driving.
WARNING
The rear hatch swings upward. Make sure
no objects or people are near the rear of
the vehicle when opening the hatch.
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