DECKLID Latch - Pt-27: Removal

Release decklid latch and open decklid.
Remove decklid trim panel. (Refer to BODY/DECKLID/DECKLID TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL) .
Disconnect decklid latch wire harness from body wire harness.
Disconnect cylinder link and handle to latch link by unsnapping the retainer clip and rolling it clear of link releasing links. See Fig 1.
Remove attaching screws.
Remove decklid latch assembly from vehicle.

Fig 1: DECKLID LOCK ASSEMBLY

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - LOCK CYLINDER LINK

2 - LOCK CYLINDER RETAINER

3 - DECKLID LOCK ASSEMBLY

4 - LOCK CYLINDER GASKET

5 - DECKLID

6 - DECKLID LATCH ASSEMBLY

7 - ATTACHING SCREWS