Trunk Open Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Kia Optima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the trunk lid trim.
(Refer to Body - "TRUNK LID TRIM ")
Remove the trunk lid key holder (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.
Disconnect the key holder cable (B).

Fig 1: Locating Trunk Lid Key Holder & Key Holder Cable With Mounting Bolt
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Disconnect the trunk open switch connector (A).

Fig 2: Locating Trunk Open Switch Connector
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Remove the trunk open switch assembly (A) after disengaging mounting clips.

Fig 3: Locating Trunk Open Switch Assembly
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Fig 4: Locating Trunk Open Switch Assembly Mounting Clips
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