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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 14 (POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM AND RELEASE SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR COMPARTMENT LID LATCH STRIKER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic
Installation Procedure
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the lock striker to the alignment marks.
- Install and hand tighten the striker and bolts (1).
- Slowly close the compartment lid. Inspect the striker alignment.
- Tighten the lock striker bolts (1).
Tighten: Tighten the rear compartment lid lock striker bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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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.