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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the rear compartment lid. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Replacement .
  2. Remove the torque rods. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement .
  3. Remove the rear window panel trim. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Internal Trim.

    4. Object Number: 735848 Size: SH
  4. Remove the sound insulator to access the hinge bolts.

    5. Object Number: 277628 Size: MH
  5. Remove the rear compartment lid hinge bolts (2) from the hinge.
  6. Remove the rear compartment lid hinge (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 277628 Size: MH
  1. Position the rear compartment lid hinge (1) to the vehicle.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the rear compartment lid hinge bolts (2) to the hinge.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).


    Object Number: 735848 Size: SH
  3. Install the sound insulators.
  4. Install the rear window panel trim. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  5. Install the torque rods. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement .
  6. Install the rear compartment lid. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Replacement .