Trunk / Liftgate: Adjustments
TRUNK LID ADJUSTMENTClearance
1. Measure the gap between the trunk lid and the body panel.
- If not as specified, loosen the trunk lid installation nuts and reposition the trunk lid.
Clearance
a: 3.5 - 6.5 mm {0.14 - 0.25 in}
b: 3.8 - 6.2 mm {0.15 - 0.24 in}
2. Tighten the trunk lid installation nuts.
Tightening torque:
7.9 - 10.7 N.m {80 - 110 kgf.cm, 69.5 - 95.4 in.lbf}
3. Adjust the trunk lid striker after the trunk lid has been aligned.
Tension
1. Slide the balance spring to the desired position as described using a tape-wrapped screwdriver.
NOTE: The trunk lid should rise 50 - 300 mm {2.0 - 11.8 in} when the trunk lid is unlocked.