Rail and cleat

2026 Kia Tasman rail and cleat system image. A zoomed-in view shows a cleat highlighted in teal on the cargo bed rail. Red arrows indicate the cleat slides horizontally. The cleat features a knob with 'PULL & TWIST' and 'MAX LOAD 250 LBS' text. Explains the function of adjusting the cleat position along the rail.
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Cleats help prevent cargo from damaging the tailgate or falling off while driving with a loaded cargo area. Deploy cleats in the required positions along the rail.

Using cleats

  1. Pull the cleat knob (1) and turn it slightly to the left or right. You can secure the knob in the pulled position, allowing you to move it without it engaging the latch.

    2026 Kia Tasman cleat knob operation image. The cleat knob (1) is highlighted in teal, featuring 'PULL & TWIST' text and the Kia logo. Red curved arrows indicate the direction to rotate the knob left or right. Explains the function of pulling and twisting the knob to release and move the cleat along the rail.
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    1. Cleat knobs

  2. Move the cleats to your desired position.

    2026 Kia Tasman rail and cleat adjustment image. A teal-highlighted cleat with the text 'MAX LOAD 250 LBS' is shown on the rail. Red arrows pointing left and right indicate the sliding direction. Describes the function of moving the cleat to the desired position along the rail.
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  3. After moving the cleats, place the knob back in place and secure it in the latch position.

  4. Check if the cleats are firmly secured to the rail before use.

WARNING

  • Never allow passengers to ride in the bed while driving. All occupants should sit upright in their seats, properly belted.

  • Do not exceed the cargo loading limit or improperly load cargo in the vehicle . This could result in serious injury or death in event of a crash.

  • Do not load pipes, pointed objects, or bulky items that may obstruct the rear view. In particular, if a sudden stop or collision with another vehicle or object occurs while pipes or pointed objects are loaded, they may pierce the rear window, resulting in serious injury or death to occupants.

CAUTION

  • While loading cargo, make sure to secure it firmly to a hook or fixed cleat to prevent movement while driving. If you do not secure the cargo firmly, it can be very dangerous as it may be thrown out of the vehicle when the vehicle is moving or stopping.

  • Do not load items that can be easily broken due to movement while driving.

  • Do not place too much weight on one side when loading. Load heavy cargo at the bottom, and if possible, place it towards the front of the vehicle.

  • Do not load cargo that is larger than the height of the bed or may protrude from it.

  • When loading cargo that exceeds the height of the bed, secure it firmly with a net or cover. It can be very dangerous as it may be thrown out of the vehicle when the vehicle is moving or stopping.

  • Do not put excessive weight to each cleat.

CAUTION

Do not secure cargo without cleats secured to the rail.

NOTE

To secure the cleat knob in the pulled position, turn the knob slightly. Otherwise, the knob may not engage the latch.