9-5 Aero (9600) L4-2.3L Turbo (B235) HO (2000)
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Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair
Trunk Hinges, 4D
Boot Lid Hinges, 4D
To remove
This method describes the left-hand hinge.
1
Protect the rear wing with a cover and then place a support under the boot lid.
2
Remove the clip securing the upper gas spring mounting and remove the gas spring from its mounting.
3
Remove the two nuts on the boot lid.
4
Detach the grommet hose from the hinge.
5
Remove the screws securing the hinge to the body
6
Lift off the hinge.
IMPORTANT
Make sure the boot lid does not slide down as this will damage the other hinge.
To fit
1
Position the hinge correctly.
2
Screw on the hinge to the body.
3
Fasten the grommet hose to the hinge.
4
Screw on the nuts on the boot lid.