Body & Trim

EXTERIOR

Trunk, Liftgate and Fuel Door Opener

On some models a remote trunk, liftgate or fuel door opener system is used. A cable connected to a release handle alongside the drivers seat, goes to the rear of the car and is connected to the trunk/tailgate/fuel door latch assemblies. Each of the latch assemblies has an electrical switch that will illuminate if the lid or door is not closed properly.

Opener Cables

1. Remove from the interior of the car the left side door sill moulding, and roll the carpet back to expose the cables.
2. Remove the left quarter trim panel and the left rear trim or trunk panel.
3. Remove the opener cover screws and the opener. Remove the release handles.
4. Remove the cables from their retaining clip.
5. Disconnect the cable at either the trunk/hatch release or the fuel door release.
6. Disconnect the cable at the release lever. Remove the cable from the vehicle.

To install:

7. Install the new cable in position and connect it to the trunk/hatch or fuel door release. Connect the cable to the release handle.
8. Make sure the cable is seated in the retaining clips properly. Install the trim panels that were removed.
9. Connect the release lever handles and install the cover.

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