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Luggage Compartment Lid Rear Hinge






Luggage Compartment Lid Rear Hinge

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.

Removal

Removing the rear hinge of the trunk lid
Remove the panel on the trunk lid as described in Panel luggage compartment lid lower .
Release and move aside the gas springs on the trunk lid. See Luggage Compartment Lid Strut Luggage Compartment Lid Strut.
Remove the panel as described in Luggage Compartment Lid Trim Panel Luggage Compartment Lid Trim Panel .





Note! Mark all parts to facilitate reinstallation.

Remove the 2 x M6 nuts each side.
Release the hinge and trunk lid from the hydraulic hoses, the wiring and the hall sensors.





Remove:
- the upper and lower lock clip of the cylinder
- the lower shaft.
Detach and move aside the hydraulic cylinder of the trunk lid.





Remove:
- the 3 M6 nuts on each side
- the 2 x M6 screws each side.




Place the trunk lid on a stand.




Secure the front hinge of the trunk lid.





Remove:
- the 2 x M8 screws
- the 3 M6 screws.
Angle out the hinge.

Note! Be aware of the location of the hydraulic hoses and cable harnesses.

Installation

Installing the rear hinge of the trunk lid

Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications. [1][2]Body and Frame.

Install in the reverse order.

Finishing

Adjust the trunk lid. See Luggage Compartment Lid Service and Repair.