Trunk Lid Latch Replacement

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Special Tools Required

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *

* Available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program, call 888-424-6857

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands
Take care not to scratch the trunk lid
Take care not to kink the trunk lid opener cable
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components

Remove the trunk lid trim panel (see step 3 on TRUNK LID HINGE TRIM )
Insert a trim tool through the latch cover (A) opening, and pry on the cover to release the latch tabs (B) Pull on the cover, and release the projection (C), then remove the cover

Fig 1: Latch Cover, Latch Tabs And Projection With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Disconnect the trunk lid latch connector (D), and remove the bolts, then remove the trunk lid latch
Note the position of the manual trunk lid opener cable end (A) in the trunk lid latch (B), then remove the cable from the latch Take care not to kink the cable

Fig 2: Identifying Manual Trunk Lid Opener Cable End And Trunk Lid Latch
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items

Make sure the connector is plugged in properly and the opener cable is connected properly
Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and locks securely
Reinstall the manual trunk lid opener cable end (A) back to the position noted in step 4 Check the operation of the manual trunk lid opener, by pulling on the rubber tab inside the pass through opening If necessary, adjust the cable end position

Fig 3: Identifying Manual Trunk Lid Opener Cable End
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.