Installation Procedure
- Position the rear compartment lid to the hinges with an assistant.
- Install the nuts to the rear compartment lid hinges.
Do not torque the nuts until after the lid has been aligned.
- Align the rear compartment lid for even gaps.
- Tighten the rear compartment lid hinge nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the rubber height adjustment bumpers.
- Install the rear compartment lid wiring harness to the rear compartment lid.
- Install the rear compartment lid latch. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement .
- Connect the electrical connectors to the electrical components on the rear compartment lid.
- Install the rear spoiler, if equipped. Refer to Rear Spoiler Replacement .
- Remove the protective coverings.
- Adjust the rear compartment height by turning the black rubber bumpers by hand.
- Close the rear compartment lid.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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IMPORTANT:
When installing a new compartment lid, use mechanics wire to pull the wiring harness into position.