Civic L4-1.3L Hybrid (2008)
Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair
Trunk Lid Latch Replacement
1. Remove the trunk lid trim.
2. Disconnect the cylinder rod from the lock cylinder.
3. Disconnect the trunk lid opener cable (A), and disconnect trunk lid latch switch connector (B). Take care not to bend the opener cable.
4. Remove the bolts from the trunk lid latch (A).
5. Pull the trunk lid latch (A) out, and disconnect the cylinder rod (B) from the trunk lid latch. Take care not to bend the cylinder rod.
NOTE: Check for a damaged or stress-whitened rod fastener (C).
