Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair

Hinge Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the rear compartment lid. Refer to Compartment Lid Replacement - Rear (Compartment Lid Replacement - Rear).
2. Remove the rear compartment lid hinge springs marking the location with a wax pencil.
3. Remove the rear window shelf panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Window Shelf (Service and Repair) in Interior Trim.




4. Remove the hinge to body bolt.




5. Disconnect the wiring harness from the left hinge.




6. Remove the hinge from the rear window shelf panel.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the hinge to the rear window shelf panel.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the bolt to the hinge at the rear shelf panel.

Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (19 lb ft).




3. Install the rear compartment lid hinge springs.
4. Install the rear compartment lid. Refer to Compartment Lid Replacement - Rear (Compartment Lid Replacement - Rear).




5. Connect the wiring harness to the left hinge.
6. Install the rear window shelf panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Window Shelf (Service and Repair) in Interior Trim.