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Trunk / Liftgate: Adjustments

TRUNK LID

TRUNK LID FIT ADJUSTMENT




1. If the clearance between the trunk lid and body is inconsistent, loosen the trunk lid mounting bolt, and move the trunk lid to adjust so that the clearance around the trunk lid becomes consistent.




2. If the trunk lid is floating, if the trunk lid latch is released, or if the latch is heavy, inspect the arrangement of the release cable, loosen the trunk lid striker mounting bolts, and move the trunk lid striker to adjust the alignment between the trunk lid and latch.

Trunk lid striker mounting bolts tightening torque: 8.8 ± 2.0 N.m (78 ± 17 in-lb)