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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2008RLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEEXTERIOR BODY PANELSTRUNK LIDTRUNK LID SUPPORT STRUT REPLACEMENT
2008 Acura RL
Trunk Lid Support Strut Replacement
2008 Acura RLSECTION Trunk Lid Support Strut Replacement
NOTE:
- Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the support strut.
- Take care not to scratch the body and trunk lid.
- Remove these items (see
TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK AREA
):
- Spare tire lid
- Trunk rear trim panel
- Trunk front trim panel
- Trunk side trim panel, both sides
- Trunk upper trim panel
- Remove the bolts from the body.
- Remove the pivot bolt (A) from the trunk lid, then remove the support strut (B).
- Install the support strut in the reverse order of removal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.