Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement for Chevrolet Cavalier 2005

1. With a grease pencil, mark the location of the latch on the compartment lid.



2. Remove the lock cable assembly (8).
3. Unclip the cable door at the top of the lock release box (2) to expose the remote release cable, if equipped.
4. Remove the remote release cable (1) from the lock release box, if equipped.
5. Remove the latch cable assembly bolts (7).
6. Remove the latch assembly (3).

1. Position the latch assembly (3) to the alignment marks.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the latch assembly bolts (7).

Tighten
Tighten the rear compartment lid latch assembly bolts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

3. Install the remote release cable (1) to the lock release box, if equipped.
4. Clip the cable door at the top of the lock release box (2), if equipped.
5. Install the lock cable assembly (8).