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Trunk Lid





Replacement

Trunk Lid Assembly Replacement

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

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




2. Disconnect wiring (B) and connectors.
3. After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the trunk lid (A).

Tightening torque :
6.9 - 8.8 N.m (0.7 - 0.9 kgf.m, 5.1 - 6.5 lb-ft)




4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
- Make sure the trunk lid locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
- Make sure connectors are connected properly and each rod is connected securely.
- Replace any damaged clips.

Trunk Lid Latch Replacement
1. Remove the trunk lid trim.
2. Disconnect the trunk lid latch connector (C).
3. Disconnect the cable (B), then loosen the latch assembly (A) mounting bolts and remove.

Tightening torque :
6.9 - 10.8 N.m (0.7 - 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 - 8.0 lb-ft)




4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
- Make sure the trunk lid locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
- Make sure connectors are connected properly and each rod is connected securely.

Trunk Lid Weatherstrip Replacement
1. Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip (A).

CAUTION:
- Do not apply sealant to the body.




2. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
- Install the weatherstrip aligned with canter line (B).

Adjustment

1. After loosening the trunk lid hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the trunk lid 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 striker (C) mounting bolts, adjust the striker by moving it up or down, or right or left.