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Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair



Rear Lid Hinge, Removing And Installing







- Remove screws - 2 - and cover - 1 - for hinge.
- To install, first center cover - 1 - in notches (arrow) in roof flange and then tighten screws - 2 - to 2.5 Nm (22 in.lb).







- Remove rear roof molding trim.
- Remove hex bolt - 5 -.
- Remove hex bolt - 1 -.
- Replace seal - 3 - during installation.
- Tighten hex bolt and bolt to 21 Nm (15 ft.lb).