Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair

1. Disconnect the cylinder rod from the lock cylinder.

With Power Trunk Lid Lock:

Without Power Trunk Lid Lock:

2. Disconnect the trunk lid opener cable (A) and trunk lid latch switch connector (B). If equipped with a power trunk lid lock, detach the trunk lid latch switch connector from the trunk lid. Take care not to bend the opener cable.
3. Remove the bolts from the trunk lid latch (C).




4. Pull the trunk lid latch out with the cylinder rod (A). Take care not to bend the cylinder rod.
5. Disconnect the cylinder rod from the trunk lid latch.




6. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Grease the locations of the trunk lid latch indicated by the arrows.
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly and the cylinder rod is connected properly.
- Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and locks securely.