Kia Optima: Trunk / Emergency trunk safety release

Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency trunk release lever located inside
the trunk. If someone is inadvertently locked in the trunk, moving the handle in
the direction of the arrow will release the trunk latch mechanism and open the trunk.
WARNING
- No one should be allowed to occupy the trunk at any time. The trunk is
a very dangerous location in the event of a crash.
- Use the release lever for emergencies only. Use extreme caution, especially
while the vehicle is in motion.
Opening the trunk
1.Make sure the shift lever is in P (Park, for automatic transmission) and set
the parking brake.
2.Then do one of the following :
- Press the Remote key or Smart Key Trunk Un ...
On a vehicle equipped with a smart key, the trunk lock is released with no-touch
activation using the Smart Trunk system.
How to use the Smart Trunk
The trunk can be opened with notouch activati ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Inspection
[On vehicle inspection]
1.
Accelerate the engine to about 3,000 rpm 3 times or more.
2.
Remove the spark plug.
3.
Check the spark plug visually.
If the electrode is dry, the spark ...
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Rear door latch
Repair procedures
Replacement
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdr ...