Civic Hatchback L4-1.5L SOHC (16 valve) (1995)
2.
Disconnect the latch rod, the opener cable, and the connector; then remove the trunk latch.
3.
Reconnect the opener cable and the wire connector; then install the new trunk latch. Tighten the three mounting screws to 10 N-m (1.0 kg-m. 7.2
lb.ft.).
4.
Connect the trunk latch rod to the new trunk latch.
5.
Use the key to check the operation of the trunk lock.
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If the trunk now opens easily with the key, the repair is complete.
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If the trunk is still hard to open, continue to step 6.
6.
Adjust the trunk lid edge cushions to get the trunk lid to sit flush with the body.