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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View of Cable From Lock Striker
    GM1252083Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Open the luggage compartment.
  2. Remove the luggage compartment left side wheelhouse, the rear quarter, and the rear trim panels. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Cargo Area Rear (Notchback) or Trim Panel Replacement - Cargo Area Rear (Hatchback) , Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter , and Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear in Interior Trim.
  3. Remove the lock striker. Refer to Lock Striker Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid .
  4. Disconnect the cable from the lock striker.
  5. Fig 2: View of Bolt and Handle
    GM1252078Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the driver front and the rear seats. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket and Seat Back Replacement - Rear in Seats.
  7. Reposition the floor carpet on the left side of the vehicle.
  8. Remove the bolt and the handle.
  9. Fig 3: View of Cable From Handle
    GM1252079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Disconnect the cable from the handle.
  11. Remove the cable.