1. Remove the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
2. Perform the front-to-rear lid adjustment at the hinge to rear shelf fasteners.
3. Loosen the hinge fasteners.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Align the lid so as to achieve an equal 3 mm +/- 1 mm gap around the entire perimeter of the rear compartment lid.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).




5. Up and down adjustment at the front of the rear compartment lid is achieved by turning the adjustment screw (1) located on the hinge arms.

This procedure is performed from inside the passenger compartment.

6. Adjust the rear compartment lid flush with the rear quarter panels.
7. Up and down adjustment at the rear of the rear compartment lid is achieved by turning the overslam bumpers in or out.
8. Adjust the rear compartment lid flush with the rear quarter panels.
9. Install the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

Tools Required

J 43300 Rear Deck Lid Torsion Rod Adjuster

Caution:  When a rear compartment lid hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.




1. Support the rear compartment lid.
2. Remove the front rear compartment trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement .
3. Install the J 43300  (1) to the torque rod.

Use a ratchet extension (2) for extra leverage.

4. Adjust the torque rods to 1 of 3 positions in the adjustment bracket for the desired tension.

4.1.	Moving the torque rod to a lower notch in the adjustment bracket increases the effort in raising the lid, but decreases the effort in closing the lid.

4.2.	Moving the torque rod to a higher notch in the adjustment bracket decreases the effort in raising the lid, but increases the effort in closing the lid.