Power Trunk Lid Module & Drive Unit

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the left luggage side trim after opening the trunk. (Refer to Body - "TRUNK TRIM ")
Disconnect the drive unit connectors (A).

Fig 1: Locating Drive Unit Connectors
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Separate the power trunk lid module push rod pin (A) and then remove the power trunk lid module connecting rod (B).

Fig 2: Locating Power Trunk Lid Module Connecting Rod Pin & Rod
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Remove the power trunk lid module & drive unit (A) after loosening the mounting bolt and nuts.

Fig 3: Locating Power Trunk Lid Module & Drive Unit Mounting Bolt & Nuts

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