Resetting the power trunk

Simple operation

  1. With the vehicle in POWER ON or DRIVE READY position, shift to P (Park).

  2. Press the power trunk open/close button inside the trunk and the power trunk open/close button outside the vehicle simultaneously until a chime sounds.

  3. Slowly close the trunk manually.

Operation

  1. With the vehicle in POWER ON or DRIVE READY position, shift to P (Park).

  2. Whilst Pressing the power trunk close inner button (1), press the power trunk open outer button (2) for more than 3 seconds. A chime will sound.

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    1. Power trunk close button inside the power trunk

    2. Power trunk open button outside the vehicle

  3. Slowly close the trunk manually.

  4. Press the power trunk open outer button (2). The trunk will open with a chime sound.

    Wait until the trunk fully opens to complete resetting. If the trunk stops before it is fully open, resetting cannot be completed.

NOTE

  • In some circumstances resetting the power trunk operation may need to be performed. Some instances where resetting the power trunk may be required include:

    • When the 12-volt battery is recharged

    • When the 12-volt battery is reinstalled after removal or replacement

    • When the related fuse is reinstalled after removal or replacement

  • If the power trunk does not operate properly after the above procedure, we recommend the system inspected by an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.