Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair

Rear Compartment Lid Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the rear compartment lid trim.
2. Remove the rear compartment lid latch assembly. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement (w/o Inside Release Handle) (Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement (w/o Inside Release Handle))Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement (With Inside Release Handle) (Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement (With Inside Release Handle)).
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the rear compartment lid latch assembly.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness from the rear compartment lid (1).
5. Remove the bolts (2, 4) retaining the lid (1) to the hinges (3).
6. Remove the rear compartment lid (1) from the vehicle, with the aid of an assistant.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the rear compartment lid (1) to the vehicle, with the aid of an assistant.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the bolts (2, 4) in order to retain the lid (1) to the hinges (3).

Tighten the bolts to 24 Nm (18 lb ft).

3. Connect the wiring harness to the rear compartment lid (1).
4. Connect the electrical connectors to the rear compartment lid latch assembly.
5. Install the rear compartment lid latch assembly. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement (w/o Inside Release Handle) (Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement (w/o Inside Release Handle))Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement (With Inside Release Handle) (Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement (With Inside Release Handle)).
6. Install the rear compartment lid trim.