Safety Warning

DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.

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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2015FORTE5 EXREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSSMART KEY SYSTEMSMART KEY UNITREPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVALTRUNK LID OPEN SWITCH

2015 Kia Forte5 EX

Trunk Lid Open Switch

2015 Kia Forte5 EXSECTION Trunk Lid Open Switch

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the trunk lid trim.
(Refer to "TRUNK LID TRIM ")
Disconnect the trunk lid open switch connector (A).

Fig 1: Trunk Lid Open Switch Connector
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Remove the trunk outside handle (B) after pressing the clips (A).

Fig 2: Pressing Trunk Outside Handle Clips
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Fig 3: Trunk Outside Handle

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.