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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Eldorado 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Rear Compartment Lid Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the rear compartment.
  2. Remove the rear compartment lid trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement .
  3. Remove the license plate pocket. Refer to Rear License Plate Pocket Replacement .
  4. Remove the lock actuator. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Interior Release Latch Handle Replacement .
  5. Remove the lock cylinder. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Lock Cylinder Replacement .
  6. Unsnap the retainers securing the electrical harness conduit to the rear compartment lid.
  7. Disengage the electrical harness from the rear compartment lid.

    8. Object Number: 367530 Size: SH

    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.

  8. Remove the 2 bolts (3) at each hinge (4).
  9. With an assistant, remove the lid assembly (1).

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the lid lock actuator. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Interior Release Latch Handle Replacement .
  2. Install the rear compartment lock cylinder. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Lock Cylinder Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 367530 Size: SH
  3. With an assistant, install the lid (1) to the hinges (4).

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the 2 bolts (3) to each hinge (4).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

  5. Snap the electrical harness onto the rear compartment lid (1).
  6. Connect the electrical connectors to the lock actuator.
  7. Secure the snap connectors to the electrical harness.
  8. Install the license plate pocket. Refer to Rear License Plate Pocket Replacement .
  9. Install the rear compartment lid trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement .
  10. Close the rear compartment.