trunk release SUBARU LEGACY 1999 Service Repair Manual

2. Trunk Lid
A: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. TRUNK LID
1) Open trunk lid.
2) Remove trunk lid mounting bolts and detach
trunk lid from hinges.
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3) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
2. TORSION BAR
1) Open trunk lid. Remove torsion bars from hinge
links using ST.
ST 927780000 REMOVER
CAUTION:
Be careful because torsion bar quickly swings
back when released.
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2) Remove the left and right torsion bars.
WARNING:
Be careful because trunk lid drops under its
own weight when torsion bars are removed.
3) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Apply a coat of grease to the rotary section of
hinges and contact surfaces of torsion bars.
3. TRUNK LID LOCK ASSEMBLY AND
KEY CYLINDER
1) Remove rod of lock assembly from rod holder
of key lock assembly.
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2) Remove nuts which hold lock assembly and
remove lock assembly.
NOTE:
IAlways remove rear skirt trim panel beforehand,
if so equipped.
IBe careful not to bend opener cable.
3) Remove rod holder and detach key cylinder
from trunk lid.
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4) Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Apply grease to sliding surfaces of lock assembly
and striker.
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2. Trunk Lid