Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation of Trunk Lid Assembly

REMOVAL




1. Disconnect the connectors in the trunk lid, and remove the harness clamps to pull the harness out of the trunk lid.




2. Insert flat-bladed screwdriver into the gap and remove holder.
3. Remove trunk lid stay.
4. Remove the mounting bolts, and remove the trunk lid assembly.

INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Operate with two workers, because of its heavy weight.
- After installing, apply touch-up paint (the body color) onto the head of the hinge mounting bolts.
- After installing, check the trunk lid adjustment. Refer to "Fitting Adjustment".