Kia EV6: Opening and closing / Liftgate
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When you open the liftgate of the Kia EV6, a spacious rear cargo area becomes available for luggage, travel equipment, shopping bags, and everyday storage needs. The wide opening design improves convenience when loading or unloading larger items.
Opening the liftgate
The liftgate of the Kia EV6 locks and unlocks together with all vehicle doors when using the smart key, mechanical key, or the central door lock/unlock switch. This integrated system adds extra convenience and security for everyday driving and cargo access.
CAUTION
Liftgate gas lifters
Always make sure the Kia EV6 liftgate is fully closed before driving. Driving with the liftgate partially open may damage the liftgate gas lifters, hinges, or related mounting hardware over time.
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The liftgate alone can be unlocked by pressing and holding the liftgate unlock button on the Kia EV6 smart key for approximately 1 second.
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Once unlocked, press the liftgate handle (1) and gently lift upward to open the cargo area.
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After the liftgate is opened and then closed again, it automatically locks when all vehicle doors remain locked.
The spacious cargo compartment of the Kia EV6 makes loading luggage, charging accessories, shopping bags, and travel equipment more practical and convenient.
NOTE
In cold or wet weather conditions, the Kia EV6 door locks and liftgate mechanisms may operate slower or become temporarily affected by freezing temperatures.
WARNING
The liftgate swings upward during opening. Always make sure people, pets, and nearby objects are clear of the rear area before opening the Kia EV6 liftgate.
Closing the liftgate
Lower the Kia EV6 liftgate carefully and press it downward firmly until it latches securely into position.
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Before closing the liftgate, ensure your hands, feet, clothing, and any other body parts are safely away from the closing area to avoid injury.
WARNING
Rear Cargo Area
Passengers should never ride inside the rear cargo area of the Kia EV6 because proper restraints and safety equipment are not available there. All occupants must remain properly seated and restrained while the vehicle is moving.
Emergency liftgate safety release
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To manually unlock and open the Kia EV6 liftgate from inside the luggage compartment, follow the procedure below:
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Insert a long, flat tool into the opening located at the bottom section of the liftgate trim.
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Move the latch mechanism in the direction indicated by the arrow to release the liftgate lock.
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Push the liftgate outward to open it manually.
WARNING
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For emergency preparedness, familiarize yourself with the location and operation of the Kia EV6 emergency liftgate release latch before an emergency occurs.
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No person or animal should ever remain inside the luggage compartment. In the event of an accident, the cargo area can become extremely dangerous.
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The emergency release latch should only be used during emergency situations. Exercise extreme caution, especially if the Kia EV6 is moving.
WARNING
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No passenger should occupy the cargo compartment of the Kia EV6 at any time. The rear cargo area is not designed for passenger transportation.
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Use the emergency release lever only when absolutely necessary and with extreme care.
WARNING
Always check that no people, animals, or objects are near the liftgate before opening or closing it. Wait until the Kia EV6 liftgate has stopped moving completely before loading or unloading cargo.
WARNING
Never hold or grab the liftgate gas lifter supports directly, as doing so may result in serious injury or damage.
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Other information:
To enable the Kia EV6 Smart Liftgate with Auto Open feature, navigate to Setup > Vehicle > Door > Smart Liftgate with Auto Open within the infotainment system settings menu. 2. Detect and Alert If you stand within the detection zone located approximately 20–40 inches (50–100 cm) behind the Kia EV6 while carrying the smart key, the hazard warning lights will flash and a warning chime will sound.WARNING Never start the Kia EV6 while the accelerator pedal is depressed. The vehicle may move unexpectedly, which could result in a collision or serious injury. The Kia EV6 can be started by pressing the EV button only when a registered smart key is detected inside the vehicle. Even if the Kia EV6 smart key is inside the vehicle, starting may not be possible if the key is positioned too far from the driver or outside the detection range.
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