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Trunk / Liftgate: Description and Operation



Rear Deck Lid (Notchback)
The rear deck lid consists of an inner and an outer panel hemmed around the perimeter and bonded together with structural adhesive. The torque rods assist in the opening of the rear deck lid and hold it in the open position.

Hatchback Door
The hatchback door consists of the rear hatch glass within a steel frame. The steel frame is made of an inner and an outer panel hemmed around the perimeter, and bonded together with structural adhesive. The gas support assemblies assist in the opening of the hatchback door, and can hold the door open.