Trunk / Liftgate: Adjustments

Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment

Front-to-Rear, Side-to-Side, and Adjustments





1. Loosen the retainer bolts (3) retaining the rear compartment lid to the rear compartment hinges.
2. Align the rear compartment lid (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Tighten the bolts (3).

Tighten the retainer bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

4. If further adjustment is necessary, perform the following steps:

* Remove the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement (Without Sunshade) (Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement (Without Sunshade))Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement (With Sunshade) (Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement (With Sunshade)) in Interior Trim.
* Loosen the fasteners that secure the rear compartment trim to the rear shelf.
* Adjust the rear compartment lid as necessary.
* Tighten the rear compartment hinge fasteners.

Tighten the fasteners to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).





Up and Down Adjustment at Rear Corners





1. Loosen the rubber bumpers (2) in order to raise the lid.
2. Tighten the rubber bumpers (2) in order to lower the compartment lid.