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Trunk Lid (v6) Acura TSX II

Exterior Body Panels 7 illustrations ~466 words

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Scheme 151: Trunk Lid Adjustment
Scheme 151: Trunk Lid Adjustment
  1. Remove the rear shelf (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SHELF AREA»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-v6__trim-removalinstallation-rear-shelf-area) ).
  2. Pull back the rear panel cap (A) to release the hooks (B) (four places), and pull up the cap to release the tabs (C) (three places), then remove the cap.
  3. Slightly loosen the trunk lid hinge bolts (D) and the striker bolts (E).
  4. Adjust the trunk lid (F) alignment in the following sequence: Adjust the trunk lid hinges (G) 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. Turn the trunk lid edge cushions (H), in or out as necessary, to make the trunk lid fit flush with the body at the rear and side edges. Adjust the fit between the trunk lid and the trunk lid opening by moving the striker (I).
  5. Tighten each bolt to the specified torque.
  6. Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and locks securely.
  7. Reinstall all removed parts.

Trunk Lid Torsion Bar Replacement

Special Tools Required

Torsion Bar Assembly Tool 07AAF-SNAA100

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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Scheme 152: Trunk Lid Torsion Bar Replacement
Scheme 152: Trunk Lid Torsion Bar Replacement

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  1. Remove the trunk side trim panels from both sides (see «REAR PARCEL SHELF DYNAMIC DAMPER»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-v6__rear-parcel-shelf-dynamic-damper) ).
  2. Remove the trunk lid torsion bars (A) from the torsion bar center clip (B).
  3. Remove the torsion bars with the torsion bar assembly tool from both trunk lid hinges. First remove the left torsion bar (A), then remove the right torsion bar (B).
  4. Remove the torsion bar center clip (A) from the body.
  5. Install the torsion bars in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: The shapes of the right torsion bar (A) and the left torsion bar (B) are shown. Install the torsion bars properly. Adjust the torsion bars forward or rearward with the torsion bar assembly tool. The torsion bars were installed at the factory in the normal position as shown. Make sure the trunk lid opens properly and locks securely.

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Scheme 156: Trunk Lid Weatherstrip Replacement
Scheme 156: Trunk Lid Weatherstrip Replacement
  1. Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip (A) by pulling it off.
  2. Locate the painted alignment mark (B or C) on the trunk lid weatherstrip. Align the painted mark in the center of the trunk lid opening, and install the weatherstrip all the way around in the direction shown. Make sure there are no wrinkles in the weatherstrip.
  3. Check for water leaks (see «DOOR POSITION ADJUSTMENT»(/acura/tsx/ii-2008-2014/remont/exterior-body-panels/#doors-v6__door-position-adjustment) ).

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Scheme 157: Trunk Lid Cushion Replacement
Scheme 157: Trunk Lid Cushion Replacement
  1. Remove the trunk lid cushion (A) by pulling it out to detach the clips.
  2. Replace the trunk lid cushion with a new one.
  3. Install the trunk lid cushion by pushing on the clip areas until the clips snap into place.

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