Trunk / Liftgate Handle: Service and Repair

External handle, luggage compartment lid

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work




The roof should be down.

Removal

Removing the tail lights and trunk lid handle





Remove:
- the trunk lid tail lights as described in High mounted stop lamp Service and Repair
- tightening torque M6, 10 Nm





Remove:
- the 4 M6 screws of the trunk lid handle
- the connector.
Lift up and trunk lid handle and angle it out.
Thread the connector through the trunk lid.

Transferring components

Replacing handle interior
Remove the 4 M6 nuts.
Lift the interior straight up.

Replacing the trunk opening handle/switch.

Remove:
- 6 screws for license plate lighting
- the trunk opening handle
Move the handle/switch straight up

Installation

Note! For tightening torques, see Tightening torque [1][2]Body and Frame

Installing the trunk handle
Install the components in reverse order.