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Trunk Open Switch

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the trunk lid trim.

    (Refer to Body - "TRUNK LID TRIM ")

  3. Remove the trunk lid key holder (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.
  4. Disconnect the key holder cable (B).
    Fig 1: Locating Trunk Lid Key Holder And Key Holder Cable
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  5. Disconnect the trunk open switch connector (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Trunk Open Switch Connector
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  6. Remove the trunk open switch assembly (A) after disengaging mounting clips.
Fig 3: Locating Trunk Open Switch Assembly
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Fig 4: Disengaging Mounting Clips
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