Compartment Lid Replacement - Rear

Compartment Lid Replacement - Rear

Removal Procedure






Notice: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.

1. Open and support the rear compartment lid.
2. Mark the location of the hinges to the lid to aid in installation.
3. Remove the bolts attaching the hinges to the lid.
4. With an assistant, remove the rear compartment lid.

Installation Procedure




1. With an assistant, position the lid to the hinges aligning the hinges with the marks on the lid.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the bolts attaching the hinges to the lid.

Tighten the rear compartment to lid hinge bolts to 31 N.m (23 lb ft).

3. Remove the lid support and the protective cover.




4. Install and adjust the overslam bumpers.




5. Check the flushness of the forward edge of the lid to the adjacent panel.
6. Adjust the alignment bumper as necessary to make the forward edge of the lid flush to the adjacent panel.