Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair
Removal1. Raise the trunk lid.
Note: Have an assistant help remove trunk lid.
2. Support trunk lid so trunk lid will not fall when trunk lid installation bolts are removed.
3. Remove four trunk lid installation bolts and then remove trunk lid.
4. Remove trunk lid rubber cushion.
Installation
NOTE: Have an assistant help install trunk lid.
1. Install in reverse order of removal.
2. Tighten four trunk lid installations bolts to just over finger-tight.
3. Lower and lock trunk lid.
4. Check fit and adjust the clearance on all sides before tightening bolts.
Tighten trunk lid hinge bolts to 78 - 113 lb-ft (9 - 13 N.m, 90 - 130 kg-m)
5. Check alignment of the locking mechanism and trunk lid striker and align as required.
Tighten striker bolts to 61 - 87 lb-ft (7 - 10 N.m, 70 - 100 kg-m)