Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear compartment lid.
2. Remove the torque rods.
3. Remove the rear window panel trim.






4. Remove the sound insulator to access the hinge bolts.






5. Remove the rear compartment lid hinge bolts (2) from the hinge.
6. Remove the rear compartment lid hinge (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure






1. Position the rear compartment lid hinge (1) to the vehicle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the rear compartment lid hinge bolts (2) to the hinge.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 11 Nm (97 lb in).






3. Install the sound insulators.
4. Install the rear window panel trim.
5. Install the torque rods.
6. Install the rear compartment lid.