Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Spring Replacement

Fig 1: Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Spring

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

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WARNING: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury. WARNING: Refer to Eye Protection Warning . Preliminary Procedure Remove the right or left rear compartment side trim panel as required. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement (without HP6) , Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement (HP6, Left Side) , Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement (HP6, Right Side) .
1	Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Spring Procedure Pull the rear compartment lid spring backwards and unhook the rear compartment lid spring from the rear compartment lid hinge spring bracket. NOTE: The springs can be placed in two different positions adjusting the tension for a quicker or slower opening speed.

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Component Name

WARNING:

When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

WARNING:

Refer to Eye Protection Warning .

Preliminary Procedure Remove the right or left rear compartment side trim panel as required. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement (without HP6) , Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement (HP6, Left Side) , Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement (HP6, Right Side) .

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Spring
Procedure
Pull the rear compartment lid spring backwards and unhook the rear compartment lid spring from the rear compartment lid hinge spring bracket.

NOTE:

The springs can be placed in two different positions adjusting the tension for a quicker or slower opening speed.