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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Bonneville 🢒 Body 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Rear Compartment Lid Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 255857 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear compartment lid trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement .
  2. Remove the rear compartment lid latch. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement .
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the rear compartment lid latch assembly.
  4. Disconnect the wiring harness from the rear compartment lid (1).
  5. Remove the bolts (3) retaining the lid (1) to the hinges (2).
  6. Remove the rear compartment lid (1) from the vehicle, with the aid of an assistant.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 255857 Size: SH
  1. Install the rear compartment lid (1) to the vehicle, with the aid of an assistant.

    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 bolts (3) to the rear compartment lid (1) to the hinges (2).

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

  3. Connect the wiring harness to the rear compartment lid (1).
  4. Connect the electrical connectors to the rear compartment lid latch assembly.
  5. Install the rear compartment lid latch.
  6. Install the rear compartment lid trim.

    7. Adjust rear compartment lid if required.