Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair

Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the rear compartment lid.
2. Use a grease pencil to mark the location of the rear compartment lid latch.
3. Remove the rear compartment lid latch bolts (1).




4. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the rear compartment lid latch (2).




5. Remove the lock rod (2) from the rear compartment lid latch (1).
6. Remove the rear compartment lid latch from the rear compartment lid.



Installation Procedure





1. Position the rear compartment lid latch to the rear compartment lid.
2. Install the lock rod (2) to the rear compartment lid latch (1).




3. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the rear compartment lid latch (2).




4. Align the rear compartment lid latch to the marks made on the rear compartment lid.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .


5. Install the rear compartment lid latch bolts (1) to the latch.

Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

6. Close the rear compartment lid.