Trunk lid latch and lock cylinder (coupe and sedan models) — removal and installation
Trunk lid latch
1. Open the trunk and scribe a line around the trunk lid latch assembly for a reference point to aid the installation procedure.
2. Unbolt the latch from the trunk lid (two bolts) (see illustration). Disconnect the release cable and electrical connector (if applicable) and remove the latch (see illustration).
i.2a Two bolts secure the latch to the trunk lid
i.2b Turn the latch over to remove the release cable
A Release cable end — pull off of the latch to remove B Release cable housing end — rotate the cable to align the tab to remove it C Electrical connector (if applicable)
3. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Trunk lock cylinder
4. Open the trunk. Look upward through the trunk lid access hole and detach the rod from the lock cylinder.
5. Remove the mounting bolts and remove it from the trunk lid.