WARNING:
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.
Preliminary Procedure
- Remove the left and right rear compartment side trim panels. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side
, and Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side
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- Remove the rear compartment rear window lower trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Rear Window Lower Trim Replacement
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Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod - Right Side Procedure
- Using a suitable pair of pliers, rotate the torque rod upward to release it from the swing bracket and slowly rotate the torque rod downward until the tension is released.
- Unclip torque rod from hinge retainers.
- Remove the torque rod from the vehicle.
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Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod - Left Side Procedure
- Using a suitable pair of pliers, rotate the torque rod upward to release it from the swing bracket and slowly rotate the torque rod downward until the tension is released.
- Unclip torque rod from hinge retainers.
- Remove the torque rod from the vehicle.
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