Removal And Installation: Removal
- Support the decklid with a suitable prop or block to prevent it from closing.
- Remove the rear shelf panel. Refer to PANEL, REAR SHELF, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- If replacing the left hinge, loosen the seal (1a), remove the push fastener (2a) then lower the trunk trim panel (1b).
- If replacing the right hinge, turn the latch (1a) and remove the cover (1b).
- Release the retainers (1a) and loosen the hinge cover (1b).
- Lift to release the retainer (2a) and remove the hinge cover.
- Remove the clips (1a) and loosen the wire harness (1b) from the hinge (1c).
- Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the position of the decklid hinge (3a) to aid in installation.
- With the help of an assistant holding the decklid, remove the hinge to decklid bolts (4a).
- Working inside the vehicle, remove the bolts (1a) and remove the decklid hinge (1b).
- If necessary, remove the gas prop (1a) from the left decklid hinge.






