Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair

DECKLID LATCH

REMOVAL

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

Fig. 3:

3. Disconnect wire connectors to remote release solenoid, if so equipped (Fig. 3).
4. Remove bolts attaching decklid latch to decklid.
5. Remove decklid latch from vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1. Position decklid latch on vehicle.
2. Loosely install bolts attaching decklid latch to decklid.
3. Tighten bolts to 12 N.m (106 in.lbs.) torque.
4. Align decklid latch to marks made previously on decklid and tighten bolts.
5. Connect wire connectors to remote release solenoid, if so equipped.
6. Verify fit of decklid to deck panel and decklid latch operation. Adjust as necessary.