Rear Compartment Lid Lock Cylinder

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Rear Compartment Lid Lock Cylinder
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The rear compartment lid lock cylinder uses 8 of the 10 key cut positions, 3-10 when counting from the key head. The tumbler orientations alternate in adjacent locations from side to side with 4 on each side.

    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Compartment Lid Lock Cylinder Components (1 Of 2)
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