Interior & Exterior (Service Information): DECKLID/Liftgate: DECKLID: Removal

Fig 1: Identifying Right Side Decklid Retaining Bolts & Wiring Harness Connector

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CAUTION: Use care when removing any component that is attached to the vehicles painted surface. Take the necessary precautions to avoid paint damage while servicing the vehicle.

1. Mark an outline of the hinge on the decklid for reassembly purposes.
2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector (2) attached to the decklid.
   CAUTION: To avoid paint damage, have an assistant help while removing the decklid bolts.
3. Remove the right side decklid retaining bolts (1).
   Fig 2: Identifying Left Side Decklid Retaining Bolts

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   CAUTION: To avoid paint damage, have an assistant help while removing the decklid bolts.
4. Remove the left side decklid retaining bolts (1).
5. With the aid of an assistant, remove the decklid from the vehicle. Set the decklid down on a suitable flat surface.