Liftgate Release Button*

The Liftgate Release button is located on the bottom of the Liftgate lid. With doors unlocked, press the Liftgate Release button and pull the Liftgate up by the handle to open.

(Handle is located outside liftgate below Kia badge. Liftgate Close button is located on the inside of the liftgate).

Quick Tips:

  • The Liftgate must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Liftgate Release Button
  • The Liftgate unlocks automatically and then can be opened manually when the Smart Key* is within close proximity to the vehicle

Reminders:

  • Pressing the Smart Key remote liftgate button only unlocks the liftgate. To open liftgate, also press the Liftgate Release button and pull the liftgate up by the handle to open.

*See LEGAL page for legal information.

This feature may not be available on all Kia models.

Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation. Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.

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