Kia Stinger 2023 Owner's Manual page 102

Features of your vehicle
NOTICE
In cold and wet climates, liftgate lock
and liftgate mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.
Closing the liftgate
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Lower and push down the liftgate firmly.
Make sure that the liftgate is securely
latched.
CAUTION
Make certain that you close the liftgate
before driving your vehicle. Possible
damage may occur to the liftgate gas
lifters and attached hardware if the lift-
gate is not closed prior to driving.
WARNING
Make sure your hands, feet and other
parts of your body are safely out of the
way before closing the liftgate.
CAUTION
Make sure nothing is near the liftgate
latch and striker while closing the lift-
gate. It may damage the liftgate's latch.
WARNING
Exhaust fumes
If you drive with the liftgate open, you
will draw dangerous exhaust fumes into
your vehicle which can cause serious
injury or death to vehicle occupants. If
you must drive with the liftgate open,
keep the air vents and all windows open
so that additional outside air comes into
the vehicle.
WARNING
Riding in cargo area
Occupants should never ride in the rear
cargo area where no restraints are avail-
able.To avoid injury in the event of an
accident or sudden stops, occupants
should always be properly restrained.
Power liftgate (if equipped)
(1) Power liftgate open/close button
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(2) Power liftgate handle switch
Liftgate
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