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Trunk / Liftgate Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair

LOCK CYLINDER REMOVAL
1. Raise trunk lid to the open position.

Removing/Installing Lock Cylinder Linkage:





2. Disconnect linkage rod from lock cylinder.

Removing/Installing Lock Cylinder:





3. Pull the retaining clip off of the lock cylinder.
4. Pull lock cylinder out of the trunk lid.

LOCK CYLINDER INSTALLATION
1. Place the lock cylinder into the trunk lid.
2. Install clip into grooves around the head of lock cylinder to secure it to the trunk lid.
3. Connect the linkage rod in the hole in the lock cylinder.