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Trunk / Liftgate Switch: Service and Repair
Trunk Lid Contact Switch

Switches

CAUTION!
Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:

‹› Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.

‹› Switch the ignition off.

‹› Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.

‹› After reconnecting vehicle battery, re-code and check operation of anti-theft radio. Also check operation of clock and power windows

according to Repair Information and/or Owner's Manual.

‹› Steps after reconnecting voltage supply =>  See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Description and Operation/Battery. 

Trunk Lid Contact Switch

Removing

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Remove trunk lid lock.

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Pry off plastic catch - 3 - from retaining bolts -  1 - using a flat screwdriver.

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Bend plastic tab fully to rear.

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Pull contact switch - 2 - first to the side and then upward out of trunk lid lock.

Installing

Installation is reverse of removal, paying attention to the following: 

‹› Make sure that the washers between plastic catches and trunk lid lock have proper seating.

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