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THE GARAGE (SERVICE, MAINTENANCE & REPAIR) => GENERAL => Topic started by: SankarAu on April 04, 2024, 04:55:08

Title: Tailgate Release Button Rubber protector detioration and failure
Post by: SankarAu on April 04, 2024, 04:55:08

Hi,
Here's a tip for those who face the issue of the rubber of the Liftgate/Trunk/Hatch Release/Opening Switch deteriorating or crumbling. Don't leave it for too long or the internal switch mechanism will fall out and the following fix will be moot. I was lucky, that happened to me but I was able to find it on my garage floor!

I cut out a piece of bicycle inner tube (you can use any thin and flexible rubber) and glued it into place. It's out of sight so I didn't worry too much about how it looked. Anyone could do a prettier job.  :)

I reckon I saved a few quid.

Good luck.

Cheers,
S

(https://i.ibb.co/BK06wfZ/Fix.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Dg0ML1C)

Title: Re: Tailgate Release Button Rubber protector detioration and failure
Post by: The Gonz on April 04, 2024, 08:14:24

Here's my solution for my brother's Kia, compatible with the Hyundai:

 :link: STL file Kia Rio Boot Release Switch Repair 👢・Design to download and 3D print・Cults (https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/gadget/kia-rio-boot-release-switch-repair)