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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2003 🢒 ION 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Rear Compartment Lid Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the rear compartment.

    2. Object Number: 854308 Size: SH
  2. Release the lock rod from the lock cylinder.
  3. Remove the latch bolts from the rear compartment lid.
  4. Reposition the latch to gain access to the wiring harness connector.
  5. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the latch.
  6. Remove the latch assembly from the rear compartment lid.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 854308 Size: SH
  1. Position the latch assembly into the rear compartment lid.
  2. Connect the latch wiring harness connector.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the latch assembly bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  4. Install the lock rod to the lock clip.
  5. Close the rear compartment.