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Rear Compartment Lid Does Not Pop Open Enough (Replace Lock Striker Assembly)

Subject:Rear Compartment Lid Does Not "Pop Open" Enough (Replace Lock Striker Assembly)

Models:2003-2004 Cadillac CTS
Built Prior To April, 2004 (04/04)



Condition

Some customers may comment that the rear compartment lid "pop open" height is not sufficient. It is difficult for the customer to tell if the lid has opened.


Object Number: 738160  Size: SH

Correction

Available now from GMSPO is a modified latch striker assembly that increases the "pop up" height of the rear compartment lid.

Replace the existing latch striker assembly with P/N 21995513. Refer to Lock Striker Replacement-Rear Compartment Lid in the Rear Body End sub-section of the Service Manual or SI document #738886.

Parts Information

Part Number

Description

21995513

Striker Asm-R/CMPT Lid Latch

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

B5490

Striker, R/Compt Lid Lock -- Replace

1.3 hr*

*This is a revised labor time and will be included in the next update of the Labor Time Guide.