Trunk / Liftgate Latch Release Cable: Service and Repair

Trunk Lid Opener Cable Replacement

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.
- Take care not to kink the trunk lid opener cable.

1. Remove these items:

- Rear bulkhead cover
- Trunk side trim panels, both sides
- Trunk lid hinge trim, right side

2. Disconnect the trunk lid opener cable from the trunk lid cylinder Service and Repair. Pull out the cable from the trunk compartment through the hole in the body.

3. Detach the clips (A, B) fastening the trunk lid opener cable (C) with a clip remover.






4. Remove the trunk lid opener cable (A) from the trunk lid.

1. Disconnect the trunk lid opener cable from the trunk lid latch (B) Service and Repair.

2. Detach the clips (C, D).





5. Install the opener cable in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Replace any damaged clips.
- Align the marks (A) on the opener cable (B) with the cable clips (C) as shown.