Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip: Service and Repair

DECKLID OPENING WEATHERSTRIP

REMOVAL

1. Release decklid latch and open decklid.
2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
3. Remove four push pins and remove the latch cover.
4. Disconnect the three harness electrical connectors and remove the ground strap screw.
5. Tape the wires together and tape in one chase wire.
6. Route the wires through the decklid.

Fig. 2:

7. Pull decklid opening weatherstrip from decklid opening flange (Fig. 2).
8. Remove decklid opening weatherstrip from vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1. Position decklid opening weatherstrip on vehicle (Fig. 2).
2. Starting at center weatherstrip over decklid latch striker and press weatherstrip firmly onto decklid opening flange. Ensure that the weatherstrip seats properly along the entire length.
3. Route the wire harness through the decklid and remove the tape and chase wire.
4. Connect the three harness connectors and install the ground strap screw.
5. Install the latch cover and install the four push pins.
6. Connect the battery negative cable.
7. Verify decklid operation and sealing.