Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Align the hinge to the alignment marks that was made on the quarter panel.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the bolts that attach the hinge to the rear quarter. Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the rear compartment struts. Refer to Strut Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid .
- Install the rear compartment lid nuts. Refer to Compartment Lid Replacement - Rear .
- Adjust the rear compartment lid height:
- Use an Allen wrench to turn the rear compartment hinge height adjustment bumper.
- Turn the rear compartment lid bumper by hand.
- Close the rear compartment.