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Rear Compartment Lid Replacement



Rear Compartment Lid Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Place a protective covering over the adjacent body panels.
2. Disconnect the rear compartment wire harness from the components that are attached to the rear compartment lid.
3. Tie a string to the wire harness assembly, if equipped.
4. Pull the wire harness out of the rear compartment lid, if equipped. Ensure that there is an ample amount of string in order to feed the wire harness back through the rear compartment lid.
5. With the aid of an assistant, support the rear compartment lid.




6. Remove the lid to hinge bolts (2).
7. Remove the rear compartment lid (1).

Installation Procedure




1. With the aid of an assistant, position the rear compartment lid (1) to the hinges.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the bolts (2).

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

3. Adjust the lid as necessary.
4. Tie a string to the wire harness assembly.
5. Pull the string through the rear compartment lid until the harness is within the lid.
6. Connect the rear compartment wire harness to the electrical components.
Attached to the rear compartment lid.