Rear Compartment Lid Release System Components
Rear Compartment Lid Release Operation
When the exterior rear compartment lid release switch is pressed, the trunk release switch signal circuit is switched to ground. The BCM responds by applying battery voltage to the trunk release relay control circuit which energizes the rear compartment lid release relay. The rear compartment lid release relay is supplied with battery voltage at all times from an instrument panel fuse. With the relay coil energized, the relay switch contacts close allowing battery voltage to flow to the rear compartment lid release actuator causing the rear compartment lid to release. The exterior rear compartment lid release switch is permanently grounded to a fixed body ground.
When accessing the rear compartment using the key fob, a valid keyless entry transmitter is required to be within a 30 meter range of the vehicle. This allows the required keyless access communications to occur between the rear compartment antenna and the keyless entry transmitter. For more information about keyless access, refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation.
Door Ajar Indicator Description and Operation
Power Door Latch Description and OperationEngine Heater
The engine heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below
−18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug
in the heater at least four hours before starting the vehicle. An internal thermostat
in the plug end of the cord will prev ...
Rear Spring Insulator Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the
Vehicle.
Support the rear axle with a tall jack stand near the shock absorber.
Remove the lower shock bolt. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement.
Using the tall jack stands, slowly lower the rear a ...
Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove hood primary latch release cable handle. Refer to Hood Primary
Latch Release Cable Handle Replacement.
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
Remove the radiator grille support. Refer to Radiator Grille
Reinforcem ...