Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip: Service and Repair

Weatherstrip Replacement - Rear Compartment Opening

Removal Procedure




1. Peel the weatherstrip from the pinch weld flange. Move the weatherstrip in the following direction:

1. Toward the lower corners
2. Around the complete opening

2. Clean all of the adhesive from the pinch-weld flange.

Installation Procedure




1. Apply a bead of weatherstrip adhesive GM P/N 12345096 to the following areas:

1. The edge of the pinch-weld flange
2. Around the entire perimeter of the rear compartment opening

2. Install the center of the weatherstrip onto the gutter flange. Begin at the forward center of the opening between the hinge arms.
3. Push down by hand on the weatherstrip over the entire area until fully seated.