Removal Procedure
- Remove the rear compartment convenience net if equipped. Refer
to
Compartment Convenience Net Replacement - Rear
.
- Remove the rear compartment trim panel. Refer to
Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Use a grease pencil in order to make alignment marks to the rear
compartment lid for location at installation.
- Remove the lock striker
nuts (3) from the rear compartment.
- Remove the rear compartment lid striker.
Installation Procedure
- Position the rear compartment
lid lock striker (2) to the reference lines.
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.
- Install the lock
striker nuts to the lock striker.
Tighten
Tighten the lock striker nuts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).
- Install the rear compartment trim panel. Refer to
Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Install the rear compartment convenience net, if equipped. Refer
to
Compartment Convenience Net Replacement - Rear
.