Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement (Utility)

Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Torque Rod Replacement (Utility)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the bolt at the left end with the endgate open.
2. Remove the rear bumper.




3. Remove the bolts retaining the torque rod to the endgate.
With the gate in the closed position, the bolts are accessible from under the vehicle.
4. Remove the torque rod and the retainers.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the torque rod and the retainers to the vehicle.
With the gate closed, place the torque rod and the retainers onto the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the bolts to the torque rod retainers.

Tighten the torque rod bracket bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

3. Install the bolt at the left end with the endgate open.

Tighten the torque rod retainer bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

4. Install the rear bumper.