Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Replacement (Convertible)

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Replacement (Convertible)

Removal Procedure




1. Suitably support the compartment lid in the full-open position.
2. Mark the following hinge locations using a grease pencil:

* The compartment lid
* The rear compartment body

3. Remove the following components:

* The compartment gas strut.
* The compartment lamp switch retainer
* The harness retainer from the left side hinge assembly only.

4. Remove the bolts (4).
5. Remove the following components from the vehicle:

* The nuts (3)
* The rear compartment hinge assembly (5)

Installation Procedure




1. Install the rear compartment hinge assembly (5) to the body studs using the nuts (3). hand - tighten the nuts and the bolts (4).
2. Install the following components to the left side hinge assembly:

* The compartment lamp switch retainer
* The harness retainer

3. Install the rear compartment gas strut.
4. Remove the rear compartment support.

Important: Do not latch the compartment lid.

5. Carefully lower the compartment lid.
6. Inspect the compartment lid alignment.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

7. Apply lubricating oil to the assembly pivot points on the rear compartment hinge.

* Tighten the nuts (3) to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).
* Tighten the bolts (4) to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).