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Torque Rod Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid

Tools Required

J 43300 Rear Deck Lid Torsion Rod Adjuster


Removal Procedure


Caution: When a rear compartment lid hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.





1. Prop open the rear compartment lid in the fully up position.
2. Remove the front rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear (Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear) .
3. Note the location of the torque rod in the adjustment bracket for reinstallation.
4. Use the J 43300 (1) in order to disconnect the torque rod from the adjustment bracket.

1. Install the J 43300 (1) over the end of the torque rod.
2. Use a ratchet extension (2) for extra leverage.
3. Pry rearward, releasing the torque rod from the adjuster bracket.
4. Carefully move the J 43300 toward the front of the car releasing the pressure on the torque rod.

5. Slide the opposite end of torque rod out of the rear compartment hinge.
6. Remove the torque rod from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the torque rod into the rear compartment hinge.
2. Use the J 43300 (1) in order to install the torque rod to a notch in the adjustment bracket.

1. Install the J 43300 (1) over the end of the torque rod.
2. Use a ratchet extension (2) for extra leverage.
3. Pry rearward on the J 43300 (1) and install the torque rod into a notch in the adjustment bracket.
4. Remove the J 43300 (1) off the end off the torque rod.

3. Inspect the operating effort of the rear compartment lid.
4. Adjust the torque rods. Refer to Compartment Lid Adjustment - Rear (Compartment Lid Adjustment - Rear) .
5. Install the rear compartment trim. Refer to Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear (Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear) .