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Trunk / Liftgate Lock: Service and Repair






Rear Lid Lock

If the rear lid does not open, use the emergency release inside the rear lid trim panel and open it manually.

Removing






- Remove the rear lid trim panel..

- Disconnect connector - 3 - from lid lock - 1 -.

- Remove the screws - 2 - and remove rear lid latch - 1 - from rear lid.

Installation






- Position the rear lid lock - 1 - on the rear lid and install the screws - 2 -.

- Screw - 2 - tightening specification: 23 Nm.

- Connect harness connector - 3 - to lid lock - 1 -.

Further installation is in reverse order of removal.

Perform a function test on the unlocking components before closing the rear lid.