Kia Rio5 Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(30)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(30)

Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement Service

How much does a Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Kia Rio5 Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement is $161 with $66 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2011 Kia Rio5L4-1.6LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$246.95Shop/Dealer Price$289.94 - $396.41
2007 Kia Rio5L4-1.6LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$226.95Shop/Dealer Price$269.96 - $376.44
2009 Kia Rio5L4-1.6LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$226.95Shop/Dealer Price$269.96 - $376.44
2008 Kia Rio5L4-1.6LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$226.95Shop/Dealer Price$269.94 - $376.40
2006 Kia Rio5L4-1.6LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$241.43Shop/Dealer Price$288.07 - $405.43
2010 Kia Rio5L4-1.6LService typeTrunk Latch Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$226.95Shop/Dealer Price$269.96 - $376.44
Show example Kia Rio5 Trunk Latch Release Cable Replacement prices

What is the Trunk Latch Release Cable all about?

In some vehicles, the trunk latch release cable allows the driver to press a button from the cabin to open the trunk; in others, it is a mechanical lever inside the vehicle that the driver pulls. It operates similarly to the hood latch release system, but has the benefits of a secondary (and sometimes tertiary) opening system in case of trunk latch release cable failure. A mechanically-released trunk latch release cable runs from the lever to the latch inside your trunk. When the release is pulled, the cable pulls the trunk latch release to open the trunk. In a trunk release with an electric button, the cable runs from an electrical actuator to the trunk latch. If the cable breaks at any point, the in-cab trunk opening system won’t operate. Drivers will need to use their key to open the trunk (or the trunk latch release on their remote/key fob). If the cable becomes seized, the cable could get stuck in the open position, not allowing the trunk to latch closed.

Keep in mind:

  • It is difficult to verify the condition of the trunk latch release cable visually, as it is completely hidden.
  • The cable should last the lifetime of the vehicle, but it can be damaged by corrosion or excessive physical force.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle trunk is opened and any trim paneling is removed for easy access to the cable
  • The defective cable is removed from the latch and the interior
  • The new cable is installed and connected to the latch and control handle
  • The trim paneling is reinstalled
  • The trunk latch release system is tested for proper operation

Our recommendation:

If the trunk latch release isn’t operable from the interior button/release, but the trunk opens by using the key, the release cable is likely broken or seized. Have one of our expert mechanics replace the trunk latch release cable.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Trunk Latch Release Cable?

  • Pressing the release button in the cabin does not open the trunk/release the latch
  • Trunk is only operable with the key
  • Trunk will not latch closed

How important is this service?

Because your trunk has more than one means of opening, replacing your trunk latch release cable is not a high priority. This is a convenience feature rather than one integral to safety or vehicle operation. Have the trunk release cable replaced at your convenience.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Kia mechanics

Real customer reviews from Kia owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(30)

Rating Summary
29
0
0
0
1
29
0
0
0
1

Raul

34 years of experience
285 reviews
Raul
34 years of experience
Kia Rio5 L4-1.6L - Serpentine/Drive Belt - Oakland, California

Josh

24 years of experience
64 reviews
Josh
24 years of experience
Kia Rio5 L4-1.6L - Alternator - Tucson, Arizona
Great Mechanic, very informative

Casey

24 years of experience
152 reviews
Casey
24 years of experience
Kia Rio5 L4-1.6L - Oil Change - Seattle, Washington
Great experience - Casey is professional, kind, and knows what he's doing. I will request him in the future!

Tien

23 years of experience
903 reviews
Tien
23 years of experience
Kia Rio5 L4-1.6L - Car is not starting - Oakland, California
No complaints. Happy w\ service provided. Tien Phan was polite, friendly, and he did good job explaining the work being completed and reccommended. Tien did a great job replacing battery and performing diagnostic inspection. Will recommend your mechanic.com and Tien Plan. Thanks again.

Excellent Rating

(30)

Rating Summary
29
0
0
0
1
29
0
0
0
1
Number of Kia Rio5 services completed
330+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Kia MECHANICS
1000+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How Can I Tell If My Tires Are in Good Shape?
Car Car tires only have a certain service life. A vehicle must always have tires that are suitable for normal driving conditions. Many people who live in colder climates have two sets of tires - one for winter and one...
How to Get Ram Dealership Certified
Ram car dealerships offer automotive technician jobs to mechanics who are Ram certified through the MOPAR College Automotive Program.
10 Best Stores to Buy Auto Parts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Automotive technicians rely on auto parts stores to add and replace car parts. The best auto parts shop in Fort Lauderdale is Advance Auto Parts.

Paint is chipping badly, what can I do?

Honda is aware of paint issues on certain models and is offering to repair at least some of them, extending the paint warranty to seven years from the original purchase date with no mileage limit. Honda has released a couple...

My car is making a loud vibration when I sit on breaks.

This sounds like a potentially loose motor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-mount-replacement) or transmission mounts. These are the mounts that hold the engine or transmission in the car. When these are loose or broken they can cause a horrendous sound and vibration since they...

Engine shaking rough idle losing power and burning rich

Hello, thank you for writing in. The first step when having these issues is to scan the vehicle for diagnostic codes, regardless of having a warning light on or not. With no codes, it will be a process of elimination....

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com