Trunk / Liftgate Latch Release Cable: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

TRUNK LID OPENER

1. Remove driver's seat, rear seats, center pillar lower cover, floor mat, rear arch cover and side sill cover on the driver's side).
2. Remove all clips which hold cable.
3. Disconnect cable from pull handle assembly.
4. Remove bolts and detach pull handle assembly.
5. Loosen bolts which hold lock assembly, and remove it.
6. Remove striker from trunk lid.
7. Disconnect cable from striker.





NOTE: Be careful not to bend or break cable.

INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- When installing cover to pull handle assembly, observe the following:
- Be careful not to catch harness.
- Engage pull handle assembly pawls firmly.

NOTE: After installing opener cable, ensure it moves smoothly.