Preliminary Procedures

1. Disconnect the rear compartment lid buttress latch release cable and pull it through the lid and set it aside with the pass-through grommet. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Buttress Latch Release Cable Replacement.
2. Before installing the deck lid to the vehicle, apply a 6 mm bead of 3M® 08405 Flex Clear Seam Sealer or equivalent, to the upper interface joint of the seal flange to the deck lid inner (a).

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Rear Compartment Lid Bolt (Qty: 4)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
25 N·m (19 lb ft)

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Rear Compartment Lid

Tip
Transfer any parts over to the new lid if needed.