Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the rear compartment lid. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Replacement (Compartment Lid Replacement - Rear) .
2. Remove the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Interior Trim.
3. Remove the torque rods (1) from the hinge (2).




4. Remove the following components from the vehicle:

* The nuts
* The bolts

5. Remove the hinge from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the hinge (2) to the vehicle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the following components to the vehicle:

* The nuts
* The bolts

Tighten the nuts and bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).






3. Install the torque rods (1) to the hinge.
4. Install the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair) in Interior Trim.
5. Install the rear compartment lid.
6. Adjust the rear compartment lid as necessary.
Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Adjustment (Adjustments) .