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Rear Compartment Lift Window Latch Replacement



Rear Compartment Lift Window Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure

If necessary, the rear compartment lift window panel may be manually released by pulling on the manual release cables located behind the cargo compartment rear corner carpet panels. Access the cables through the slots in the corner carpet panels.




1. Open the rear compartment lift window panel.
2. Remove the rear floor side stowage compartment cover.




3. Remove the rear/end carpet trim panel.
4. Slide the cargo lamp up out of the trim panel.




5. Disconnect the electrical harness from the latch.
6. Remove the bolts attaching the latch.
7. Remove the latch.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the latch to the latch bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the bolts attaching the latch.

Tighten the latch mounting bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Connect the electrical harness to the latch.




4. Install the cargo lamp to the trim panel.




5. Install the rear/end carpet trim panel.
6. Install the rear floor side stowage compartment cover.