Boot/trunk lid removal
#1
03-27-2021, 04:51 PM
Boot/trunk lid removal
Hey, I’ve had really bad lacquer peel on my boot lid, I got a lid off a breaker and have rubbed it down and repainted it, to my surprise it’s come up really well!
now my question is how do i remove the old lid and put the new one on, undoing main boot hinges? Removing trim Inside? Chrome trim and then the lock mechanism?
i realise it may have been easier to repaint the one on there but I didn’t have the confidence of making as good a job of the paint as I have!
any guidance would be very much appreciated.
now my question is how do i remove the old lid and put the new one on, undoing main boot hinges? Removing trim Inside? Chrome trim and then the lock mechanism?
i realise it may have been easier to repaint the one on there but I didn’t have the confidence of making as good a job of the paint as I have!
any guidance would be very much appreciated.
#2
03-27-2021, 06:46 PM
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It's all very straight forward and intuitive.
Firstly, remove the trim panel from the boot. That will give you access to everything. You will need to strip out the loom and all of the connectors for the locks, lights etc.
Then remove the locks. Take pictures of how the key operated lock is connected to the main locking mechanism - that's the only bit that might cause confusion. Remove other mechanical bits like the rubber stops in each corner of the boot lid.
Be prepared for corroded/rusty screws and nuts on the boot plinth. Take your time if you can and soak with penetrating oil (NOT WD40) for as long as you can.
Once it's all stripped, disconnect the struts by using a small screwdriver to release the spring clips and then just pull off the boot lid. Remember you'll need a support for the boot lid once the struts are removed.
Then, protect the bodywork with towels etc and remove the bolts at the hinge. You will need assistance in this step as I guess you know by now it's heavy and awkward.
When fitting the new boot lid, attach with bolts on the hinge just tight enough to hold it. Add the rubber stops and then adjust the positioning of the boot lid (the hinge bolts are in slotted holes) before fitting any locks or struts.
Another tip - after refitting the locks, check operation using a screwdriver in the latch to make sure they are working before closing the boot for real.
This may be a good time to replace the micro-switch in the boot release switch. They cost pennies, and if you have it out do it now.
Firstly, remove the trim panel from the boot. That will give you access to everything. You will need to strip out the loom and all of the connectors for the locks, lights etc.
Then remove the locks. Take pictures of how the key operated lock is connected to the main locking mechanism - that's the only bit that might cause confusion. Remove other mechanical bits like the rubber stops in each corner of the boot lid.
Be prepared for corroded/rusty screws and nuts on the boot plinth. Take your time if you can and soak with penetrating oil (NOT WD40) for as long as you can.
Once it's all stripped, disconnect the struts by using a small screwdriver to release the spring clips and then just pull off the boot lid. Remember you'll need a support for the boot lid once the struts are removed.
Then, protect the bodywork with towels etc and remove the bolts at the hinge. You will need assistance in this step as I guess you know by now it's heavy and awkward.
When fitting the new boot lid, attach with bolts on the hinge just tight enough to hold it. Add the rubber stops and then adjust the positioning of the boot lid (the hinge bolts are in slotted holes) before fitting any locks or struts.
Another tip - after refitting the locks, check operation using a screwdriver in the latch to make sure they are working before closing the boot for real.
This may be a good time to replace the micro-switch in the boot release switch. They cost pennies, and if you have it out do it now.
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