Trunk / Liftgate Striker: Service and Repair

DECKLID LATCH STRIKER

REMOVAL

1. Release decklid latch and open decklid.
2. Mark outline of decklid latch striker on rear closure panel to aid in installation.

Fig. 4:

3. Remove bolts attaching decklid latch striker to rear closure panel (Fig. 4).
4. Remove striker from vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1. Position striker in vehicle.
2. Loosely install bolts attaching decklid latch striker to rear closure panel.
3. Align decklid latch striker to marks made previously on rear closure panel.
4. Tighten bolts to 12 N.m (106 in.lbs.) torque.
5. Verify fit of decklid to deck panel and operation of decklid latch. Adjust as necessary.