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Trunk Lid Adjustment

Trunk Lid Adjustment

1. If the clearance around the trunk lid panel assembly is not uniform and locking and unlocking of the trunk lid is difficult, make adjustments to the trunk lid bumpers and trunk lid hinges.
Trunk Lid Clearence

2. If the clearance around the trunk lid panel assembly is uniform, but locking and unlocking of the trunk lid is difficult, make adjustments to the trunk lid bumpers and trunk lid striker.
Trunk Lid Striker







3. If there is a difference in height between the side outer panels and the side edges of the trunk lid panel assembly, check the trunk lid hinges and, if necessary, replace them.
Trunk Lid Height

4. If the clearance around the trunk lid panel assembly is not uniform, and the trunk lid can be locked and unlocked smoothly, make adjustments to the trunk lid bumpers and trunk lid hinges.


5. If the locking and unlocking of the trunk lid still is difficult after making the above adjustments, adjust the trunk lid striker.
Trunk Lid Striker