Hatch Support Strut Replacement - Acura 2002 RSX Service Manual

Hatch
Adiustment (cont'dl
5. Tighten each screw and nut securely,
6. Check that the hatch opens properly and locks
securely.
7. Reinstall the suppon struts securely_
8. Reinstall all remaining removed parts.
9. Apply multipurpose grease to the pivot portion of
the hatch hinges as indicated by the arrows.
20-94
Hatch Support Strut Replacement
NOTE:
. Have an assistant help you when removing and
installing the support strut.
. Take care notto scratch the body and hatch.
1. Remove the pivot bolt (A)from the body.
8 x 1.25 mm
22 N.m
12.2 kgf.m, 16lbf.ft)
Remove the pivot bolt (B) from the hatch, then
remove the support strut (C).
Installthe support strut in the reverse order of
removal.