Trunk / Liftgate Spring: Service and Repair

Torque Rod Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid

Removal Procedure






Caution: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

1. Prop the compartment lid in the full-open position.

Notice: Use a Snapon(TM) large square flat screwdriver #SSD412A or equivalent in order to remove the torque rods from the adjusting notch. Wrap the tip of the screwdriver with tape to prevent scratching the spaceframe.

2. Position the screwdriver between the torque rod ends.
3. Lift up the screwdriver to release the torque rods from the adjusting notch.




4. Remove the torque rod from the rear compartment lid hinge.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the torque rod to the rear compartment lid hinge.




2. Use a Snapon(TM) large square flat screwdriver #SSD412A or equivalent in order to engage the torque rod to the adjusting notch.

* For rear compartment lids with spoilers, use the lower adjusting notch.
* For rear compartment lids without spoilers, use the middle adjusting notch.

3. Open and close the rear compartment lid several times to ensure that the torque rods are properly seated.