Body - Trunk Ajar Displayed In DIC With Trunk Closed
TECHNICALBulletin No.: 09-08-66-001
Date: March 13, 2009
Subject:
Trunk Ajar Displayed in DIC with Trunk Closed, Increased Rear Compartment Lid Closing Effort (Adjust Rear Compartment Latch And Lid)
Models:
2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu
2007-2009 Pontiac G6
2007-2009 Saturn AURA
All Build Prior to June 2009
Condition
Some customers may comment that the "trunk ajar" message displays in the DIC with the rear compartment lid fully closed. The customer may also comment on increased closing effort.
Cause
This condition may be caused by the trunk ajar switch, incorporated inside the compartment latch assembly, not deactivating the trunk ajar display in the DIC. This switch has a specific operating range. If the rear compartment lid is out of alignment, the switch may be out of its operating range.
Correction
Important
Do not replace the rear compartment lid latch assembly for this condition.
Use the following procedure to diagnose and correct the condition.
1. Before diagnosing and adjusting, observe and document the fit and closing effort of the rear compartment lid.
2. Open the rear compartment lid and locate the latch assembly, located on the underside of the rear compartment lid.
3. Inspect the latch. If the latch shows wear on the left or right side of the receiver, use the following steps to adjust the body mounted latch striker, located on the rear body panel.
- Remove the rear compartment sill trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement in SI.
- Using a paint pen, mark the location of the striker.
- Loosen the latch striker bolts.
- If wear is observed on the left side of the latch, move the latch striker on the body to the right. If wear is observed on the right side of the latch, move the latch striker on the body to the left.
- Move the latch striker 2 mm (2/32 in) to the left or right as required.
Tighten
Tighten the latch striker bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
- Reinstall the rear compartment sill trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement in SI.
4. With the rear compartment lid in the closed position, activate and observe the DIC and verify that the trunk ajar display is not illuminated.
5. If further adjustment or diagnosis is required, refer to Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment and Trunk Ajar Indicator Malfunction in SI.
6. Inspect the rear compartment lid for fit and closing effort. (Refer back to Step 1 of this procedure.)
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.
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