Acura 68500-ST8-A90ZZ Lid, Trunk (Dot)

The trunk lid is heavy and somewhat awkward to remove and install, so at least two people should perform this procedure. Begin by opening the trunk lid and covering the edges of the trunk compartment with pads or cloths to protect the painted surfaces during removal. Disconnect any cables or wire harness connectors attached to the trunk lid that would interfere with removal, then make alignment marks around the hinge. While an assistant supports the trunk lid, remove the lid-to-hinge bolts on both sides and lift it off. For installation, reverse the removal steps, ensuring to align the lid-to-hinge bolts with the marks made earlier. To adjust the trunk lid, move it in relation to the hinge after loosening the bolts or nuts, and scribe a line around the hinge plate to track movement. Loosen the bolts or nuts, adjust the trunk lid into the correct alignment, and tighten the hinge bolts or nuts before checking the alignment by carefully lowering the trunk lid. If necessary, the entire trunk lid striker assembly can be adjusted up and down as well as from side to side to ensure the lid closes securely and is flush with the rear quarter panels; scribe a line around the striker assembly for reference, loosen the bolts, reposition as needed, and retighten the mounting bolts. Periodically lubricate the trunk lid latch assembly and hinges with white lithium-base grease to prevent sticking and wear. Finally, adjust the height of the trunk lid in relation to the body by screwing the rubber bumpers in or out.