For 1990-2009 cars

## Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Replacement Pontiac

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear compartment lid panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Panel.
2. Remove the nuts.
3. Remove the adjustment bumper bolt.
4. Remove the bolts.
5. Remove the hinges.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the hinges.

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 bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

3. Install the adjustment bumper bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bumper bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

4. Install the nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the bumper bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

5. Install the rear compartment lid panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Panel.

## Rear Compartment Lid Hinge Replacement Chevrolet

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear compartment lid panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Replacement .
2. Remove the bolts.
3. Remove the adjustment bumper bolt.
4. Remove the bolts.
5. Remove the hinges.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the hinges.

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 bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

3. Install the adjustment bumper bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bumper bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

4. Install the bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bumper bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

5. Install the rear compartment lid panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Replacement .