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Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair

DECK LID

REMOVAL

1. Open deck lid.
2. Mark hinge to deck lid position.

Fig. 1:




3. Pull out caps at each end of the gas support cylinder (Fig. 1).
4. Disconnect CHMSL wire connector and deck lid release cable.
5. With the assistance of a helper, remove deck lid to deck lid hinge bolts.
6. Remove deck lid from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1. With assistance from a helper, position the deck lid on the vehicle.
2. Install the nine bolts attaching the deck lid to the hinges.
3. Engage CHMSL wire connector and deck lid release cable.

NOTE: When replacing deck lid, transfer all deck lid hardware.

4. Close deck lid and adjust as necessary.