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Deck Lid - Does Not Stay Fully Open

File In Section: 08 - Body and Accessories

Bulletin No.: 99-08-66-001

Date: March, 1999

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Deck (Trunk) Lid Does Not Stay Fully Open
(Adjust Left Side Torque Rod)

Models:
1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Condition
Some owners may comment that the rear compartment deck (trunk) lid does not stay in the full open position.





Correction
Adjust (move) the torque rod on the left (driver's) side of the rear compartment (trunk) to the rear most position (1) as shown in the Figure. For information on performing the adjustment, refer to the Body Rear End sub-section in the Service Manual.

Important:
Do not adjust the torque rod on the right (passenger) side of the rear compartment to correct the above described condition.

Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Labor
Operation Description Time

B5464 Rod, Rear Compartment Lid 0.2 hr
Torque - Left Side