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Trunk Lid Acura TL III

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Scheme 10: Adjustment
Scheme 10: Adjustment
  1. Remove the rear shelf (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SHELF AREA»(/acura/tl/iii-2003-2006/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-rear-shelf-area) ).
  2. Slightly loosen each bolt.
  3. Adjust the trunk lid alignment in the following sequence: Adjust the trunk lid hinges (A) right and left, as well as forward and rearward, by using the elongated holes. Take care not to hit the rear window when loosening the bolts (B). Turn the trunk lid edge cushions (C), in or out as necessary, to make the trunk lid fit flush with the body at the rear and side edges. Remove the trunk rear trim panel caps (D). Adjust the fit between the trunk lid and the trunk lid opening by moving the striker (E).
  4. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
  5. Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and locks securely.
  6. Reinstall all remaining removed parts.

Special Tools Required

Torsion bar assembly tool 08M10-SM4-100 or 07 AAE-SDAA 100

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Scheme 11: Trunk Lid Torsion Bar Replacement
Scheme 11: Trunk Lid Torsion Bar Replacement

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  1. Remove the torsion bars (A) from the torsion bar center clip (B).
  2. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Remove the torsion bars with the torsion bar tool (A) from both trunk lid hinges. First remove the left torsion bar (B), then remove the right torsion bar (C).
  3. Remove the torsion bar center clip from the body.
  4. Install the torsion bars in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: The shapes of the right torsion bar (A) and left torsion bar (B) are shown. Install the torsion bars properly. Adjust the torsion bars forward or rearward with the torsion bar assembly tool. Positions where each torsion bar was installed at the factory: Left torsion bar: Normal position Right torsion bar: Higher tension Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and locks securely.

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Scheme 15: Trunk Lid Weatherstrip Replacement
Scheme 15: Trunk Lid Weatherstrip Replacement
  1. Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip (A) by pulling it off.
  2. Apply clear sealant (B) into the channel of the trunk lid weatherstrip all the way around. Sealant: Cemedine P/N 08712-0004, or equivalent
  3. Locate the seam on the trunk lid weatherstrip, align it with the center of the trunk lid striker, and install the trunk lid weatherstrip all the way around in the direction shown. Make sure there are no wrinkles in the weatherstrip.
  4. Check for water leaks.

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