TRUNK LID REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Warning

• Removing the stay damper without supporting the trunk lid can be dangerous. The trunk lid may fall and injure you. Be sure to open the trunk lid completely and support it securely before removing the stay damper.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the trunk end trim. (SeeTRUNK END TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

3. Remove the trunk side trim (LH). (SeeTRUNK SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

4. Disconnect the trunk lid wiring harness connector, then take the trunk lid wiring harness out from the vehicle.

5. Pry off the stay damper band using a flathead screwdriver.

6. Pry out the connecting part of the stay damper and the hinge with a flathead screwdriver to disconnect them, then remove the stay damper.

7. Remove the nuts, then remove the trunk lid.

8. Remove the bolts, then remove the trunk lid hinge.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal.

10. Adjust the trunk lid. (SeeTRUNK LID ADJUSTMENT.)