Rear Lid, Avant

Rear Lid, Avant

Removing

- Remove rear lid trim.

- Disconnect or remove electrical harness connectors and hose for rear window washer system.

- Prop up and secure rear lid in open position.

- Using screwdriver, lift retaining spring - 3 - as shown and remove gas-filled strut - 1 - from upper ball stud - 2 -.





- Remove cover - 1 - for rear lid hinge and cable guide - 2 - from rear lid hinge - arrows -.





- Remove bolts - arrows - at left and right.





- Second technician is needed to support and lift hood during removal.

- Remove rear lid.

Installing

Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following:

- When installing, tightening torque 21 Nm.

- Adjusting rear lid => [ Rear Lid, Adjusting, Avant ] Adjustments.