Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the compartment lid.
2. Remove the wire harness rosebuds from the hinge arm.
3. Remove the compartment lid torque rods.
4. Remove the rear panel window trim.




5. Remove the compartment lid hinge bolts (3).
6. Remove the compartment lid hinge (4).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the compartment lid hinge (4).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the hinge bolts (3) to the rear window panel.

Tighten the rear compartment hinge to rear window panel bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Install the rear panel window trim.
4. Install the compartment lid torque rods.
5. Install the compartment lid.
6. Install the wire harness rosebuds to the hinge arm.
7. Adjust the compartment lid. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment.