Body - Trunk Lid Hard to Close
02-061November 5, 2004
Applies To:
See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Trunk Lid is Difficult to Close
(Supersedes 02-061, dated July 23, 2004)
Updated information is shown with asterisks.
SYMPTOM
The trunk lid may be difficult to close or won't latch closed.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The trunk lid may be misaligned, and the trunk lid opener cable, trunk lid latch, lock cylinder, lock rod, and/or the trunk lid latch striker may need adjustment or replacement.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Adjust the trunk lid and/or the trunk lid latch, or replace components as needed.
PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty: The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part: P/N 68500-S5P-A90ZZ
H/C 6528640
*Defect Code: 07406*
Symptom Code: 03220
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
1. Check the side-to-side alignment of the trunk lid latch to the striker:
^ Refer to page 20-132 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword TRUNK ADJUST, and select Trunk Lid Adjustment from the list.
2. Make sure the gaps of the trunk lid are even on all sides.
^ If the trunk is misaligned, go to step 3.
^ If the trunk lid is properly aligned on all sides, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
3. Adjust the trunk lid hinges:
^ Refer to page 20-132 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword TRUNK ADJUST, and select Trunk Lid Adjustment from the list.
4. Check the trunk operation:
^ If the trunk opens and closes smoothly and is properly aligned, return the vehicle to the customer.
^ If the trunk lid is still difficult to close, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
1. Check the depth adjustment of the trunk lid:
^ Refer to page 20-132 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword TRUNK ADJUST, and select Trunk Lid Adjustment from the list.
2. Make sure the trunk lid is flush on all sides and corners.
^ If the trunk is misaligned, go to step 3.
^ If the trunk lid is properly aligned on all sides and corners, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE C.
3. Adjust the striker depth position and the trunk lid edge cushions:
^ Refer to page 20-132 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword TRUNK ADJUST, and select Trunk Lid Adjustment from the list.
4. Check the trunk operation:
^ If the trunk opens and closes smoothly, return the vehicle to the customer.
^ If the trunk lid is still difficult to close, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE C.
REPAIR PROCEDURE C
1. Use a small screwdriver to manually set and release the trunk lid latch. Check the operation of the latch:
^ If the latch is difficult to set or release, go to step 2.
^ If the latch operates properly, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE D.
2. Replace the trunk lid latch:
^ Refer to page 20-157 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword LID LATCH, and select Trunk Lid Latch Replacement from the list.
3. Check the trunk operation:
^ If the trunk opens and closes smoothly, return the vehicle to the customer.
^ If the trunk lid is still difficult to close, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE D.
REPAIR PROCEDURE D
1. Disconnect the trunk lid opener cable from the trunk lid latch. Check the cable operation:
^ Refer to page 20-157 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword LID LATCH, and select Trunk Lid Latch Replacement from the list.
2. Check that there is no friction or binding of the cable by holding the outside casing and pulling back and forth on the inner cable:
^ If the cable is difficult to move or binds, go to step 3.
^ If the cable operates smoothly, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE E.
3. Replace the trunk lid opener cable:
^ Refer to page 20-151 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword LID OPEN, and select Trunk Lid Opener/Fuel Fill Door Opener Cable Replacement from the list.
4. Check the trunk operation:
^ If the trunk opens and closes smoothly, return the vehicle to the customer.
^ If the trunk lid is still difficult to close, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE E.
REPAIR PROCEDURE E
1. Look at the back of the lock cylinder while you turn the key from lock to unlock.
^ Refer to page 20-158 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword LID LOCK, and select Trunk Lid Lock Cylinder Replacement from the list.
2. Check the operation of the trunk lid lock cylinder:
^ If the lock cylinder is difficult to turn or binds, go to step 3.
^ If the lock cylinder operates properly, and the trunk lid is still difficult to close, refer to the appropriate body repair manual, and check for body inaccuracies.
3. Replace the lock cylinder, and re-key the cylinder to the customer's original key; on 2-door Civics, replace the lock cylinder and the lock cylinder rod:
^ Refer to page 20-158 of the 2001-04 Civic Service Manual.
^ In ISIS, use the keyword LID LOCK, and select Trunk Lid Lock Cylinder Replacement from the list.
4. Check the trunk operation, and return the vehicle to the customer.
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