Tools Required

J 41358-A Torque Rod Adjuster

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.

Caution: Do not attempt to remove or loosen gas support assembly attachments with glass in any position other than fully open as personal injury may result.

1. Remove the rear compartment front trim panel. Refer to [ADD LINK].
2. Use the J 41358-A in order to disconnect the torque rod (5) from the rear compartment lid hinge (3).

1. Ensure the torque rod (5) is properly positioned across the vehicle at the pivot points.
2. Use the J 41358-A in order to install the torque rod (5) to the adjustment notch on the hinge (3).
3. Inspect the operating effort.

As necessary, adjust the torque rod (5) by completing the following steps:

3.1.	Open the rear compartment lid (1).

3.2.	Position the end of the torque rod (5) on the hinge (3) as necessary.

•	Moving the torque rod (5) to a lower notch on the hinge (3) increases the effort in raising the lid (1), but decreases the effort in closing the lid.

•	Moving the torque rod (5) to a higher notch on the hinge (3) decreases the effort in raising the lid (1), but increases the effort in closing the lid.

4. Install the rear compartment front trim. Refer to [ADD LINK].