Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Suzuki Swift +, 2005 Pontiac Wave, and 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Open the luggage compartment.
- 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.
- Remove the lock striker. Refer to Lock Striker Replacement - Rear Compartment Lid .
- Disconnect the cable from the lock striker.
- Remove the driver front and the rear seats. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket and Seat Back Replacement - Rear in Seats.
- Reposition the floor carpet on the left side of the vehicle.
- Remove the bolt and the handle.
- Disconnect the cable from the handle.
- Remove the cable.