Deck Lid/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate: Hinge: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Open decklid.
- Mark outline of hinge on quarter panel trough and inside of decklid to aid installation.
- Place a padded block between the deck panel and the decklid.
- Remove the gas prop-rod lock caps. See Figure.
- Remove prop-rod from mounting studs.
- Remove bolts attaching hinge to decklid.
- Place decklid against padded block and hold it steady.
- Remove bolts attaching hinge to quarter panel trough.
- Remove hinge from vehicle.