Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair

Replacement

Trunk Lid Replacement

NOTE:
- When removing and installing the trunk lid, an assistant is necessary.
- Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.

1. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the trunk lid full handle (A).




2. Detach the clips, then remove the trunk trim (A).




3. Disconnect the wiring harness (A).
4. After loosening the mounting bolt, remove the trunk lid (B).




5. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
- Replace any damaged clips.

Trunk lid weatherstrip replacement
1. Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip (A).




2. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Trunk lid latch replacement
1. Remove the trunk lid trim.
2. Disconnect the connector (A).
3. After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the latch assembly (B).




4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Adjustment

1. After loosening the trunk lid hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the trunk lid (D) by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2. Adjust the trunk lid height by turning the trunk lid overslam bumpers (B).
3. After loosening the trunk lid striker (C) mounting bolts, adjust the trunk lid striker by moving it up or down, or right or left.