Trunk Hinges And Fittings - Power Trunk Hinge LH - Remove And Replace: Install

Position the new power trunk hinge on the vehicle, and then install the nuts (x2) that attach the power trunk hinge to the vehicle.
24 N.m (17.7 lbs-ft)

NOTE: Align the hinge with the masking tape on the body.

Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- Cordless hex driver
- Ratchet/torque wrench
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With assistance, hand-tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the trunk power hinge to the trunk lid.
NOTE: Align the hinge with the masking tape on the trunk lid.

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Remove the masking tape from the vehicle.
Install the trunk power strut and trunk garnish. See TRUNK HINGES AND FITTINGS - POWER STRUT LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
Close the trunk, and then check trunk gap and flush.
NOTE: If necessary, adjust the hinge bolts and trunk latch to modify the trunk lid gap/flush. Assistance is recommended.
When trunk lid gap/flush is finalized, open the trunk and torque the bolts that attach the power trunk hinge to the trunk lid.
24 N.m (17.7 lbs-ft)

Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- Cordless hex driver
- Ratchet/torque wrench
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If necessary, apply touch-up paint to the trunk hinge bolt heads.
NOTE: Shake the paint container before applying paint.