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Torque Rod Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid

Tools Required

J 41358-A Torque Rod Adjuster


Removal Procedure


Caution: When a rear compartment lid hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.





1. Suitably support the rear compartment lid in the fully up position.
2. Remove the rear compartment front trim panel. Refer to Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear (Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear).
3. Use the J 41358-A in order to disconnect the torque rod from the rear compartment lid hinge.



Installation Procedure





1. Ensure the torque rod is properly positioned across the vehicle at the pivot points.
2. Use the J 41358-A in order to install the torque rod to the adjustment notch on the hinge.
3. Inspect the operating effort.
As necessary, adjust the torque rod by completing the following steps:

1. Open the rear compartment lid.
2. Position the end of the torque rod on the hinge as necessary.

* Moving the torque rod to a lower notch on the hinge increases the effort in raising the lid, but decreases the effort in closing the lid.
* Moving the torque rod to a higher notch on the hinge decreases the effort in raising the lid, but increases the effort in closing the lid.


4. Install the rear compartment front trim. Refer to Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear (Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear).