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Interior & Exterior: DECKLID/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate: Hinge: Removal

  1. Open decklid.
  2. Mark outline of hinge on quarter panel trough and inside of decklid to aid installation.
  3. Place a padded block between the deck panel and the decklid.
  4. Remove the gas prop-rod lock caps. See Figure.
  5. Remove prop-rod from mounting studs.
  6. Remove bolts attaching hinge to decklid.
  7. Place decklid against padded block and hold it steady.
  8. Remove bolts attaching hinge to quarter panel trough.
  9. Remove hinge from vehicle.