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Trunk Lid Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
  • Removing the balance spring without supporting the trunk lid can be dangerous. The trunk lid may fall and injure you. Open the trunk lid fully and support it before removing the balance spring. Perform these procedures together with another person.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the rear package trim. (See REAR PACKAGE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
    Fig 1: Removing Trunk Lid
    G03638684Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  5. Adjust the trunk lid. (See TRUNK LID ADJUSTMENT .)