Kizashi AWD L4-2.4L (2010)
Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair
Trunk Lid Latch Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Remove trunk lid inner handle and trunk lid trim.
2. Disconnect trunk lid latch connector (1) from trunk lid latch assembly (2).
3. Remove trunk lid latch bolts (3) and remove trunk lid latch assembly (2).
Installation
Reverse removal procedure noting the following points.
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Tighten trunk lid latch bolts to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Trunk lid latch bolt: 4.5 N.m (0.46 kg-m, 3.5 lbf-ft)
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Adjust trunk lid latch striker as follows if necessary.
a. Remove tail end trim cap (1).
b. Loosen trunk lid latch striker bolts (2)
c. Adjust trunk lid latch striker (3) position so that trunk lid can be opened and closed smoothly.
d. Tighten trunk lid latch striker bolts to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Trunk lid latch striker bolt: 4.5 N.m (0.46 kg-m, 3.5 lbf-ft)