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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 354273  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear compartment assist handle. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Pull Strap Replacement .
  2. Remove the tail light covers.

  3. Object Number: 443076  Size: SH
  4. Remove the rear compartment lid release handle bezel screw.
  5. Remove the rear compartment lid release handle bezel.

  6. Object Number: 163255  Size: SH
  7. Remove twenty retainers using J 38778 from the compartment lid finish panel.
  8. Remove the compartment lid finish panel.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 163255  Size: SH
  1. Install the rear compartment lid finish.
  2. Install the retainers to the rear compartment lid finish panel.

  3. Object Number: 443076  Size: SH
  4. Install the rear compartment lid release handle bezel.
  5. Install the rear compartment lid release handle bezel screw.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 354273  Size: SH
  7. Install the tail light covers.
  8. Install the rear compartment assist handle. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Pull Strap Replacement .