Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair

Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Open the rear compartment.
2. Use a grease pencil to mark the location of the rear compartment lid latch.
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the rear compartment lid latch.
4. Remove the rear compartment lid latch bolts.
5. Remove the rear compartment lid latch from the rear compartment lid.



Installation Procedure





1. Align the rear compartment lid latch to the marks made on the rear compartment lid.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.


2. Install the rear compartment lid latch bolts.

Tighten the rear compartment lid latch bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

3. Connect the electrical connectors to the rear compartment lid latch.
4. Close the rear compartment.