How to install a torsion spring in a Chevy?

Make sure you have a lever or large screwdriver, pliers, and a pair of vice grips. Step 2: Undo the cables from the top of trunk – small white plastic retainer you pull forwards and the retainer practically falls out. Step 3: position the rod – but do NOT put into the LEFT side slots. Get the rod up and around the hinge on right.

How do you fix a broken trunk spring?

Just remove the trunk linings to gain access to the hinges and attach the new brackets with the included fasteners. One of the bolt holes in the hinge needed to be enlarged slightly with a drill bit. Attach the new parts and reattach the spring and test. Voila! Like this comment? Sign in or register to let us know!

How can I repair my trunk release latch?

1. Open the rear compartment lid to access the latch on the inside. 2. Remove the fastener securing the cable to the latch (see Figure 1). 3. Inspect the tab on the backside of the cable for signs of breakage (see Figure 2).

How do you repair a broken trunk lid?

The repair is fairly simple and can be done without removing the trunk lid or hinges. Just remove the trunk linings to gain access to the hinges and attach the new brackets with the included fasteners. One of the bolt holes in the hinge needed to be enlarged slightly with a drill bit. Attach the new parts and reattach the spring and test.

Just remove the trunk linings to gain access to the hinges and attach the new brackets with the included fasteners. One of the bolt holes in the hinge needed to be enlarged slightly with a drill bit. Attach the new parts and reattach the spring and test. Voila! Like this comment? Sign in or register to let us know!

The repair is fairly simple and can be done without removing the trunk lid or hinges. Just remove the trunk linings to gain access to the hinges and attach the new brackets with the included fasteners. One of the bolt holes in the hinge needed to be enlarged slightly with a drill bit. Attach the new parts and reattach the spring and test.

Is there a recall on a broken trunk spring?

Trunk balance spring mount on passenger side broke causing injury when the trunk fell. Is there a recall on this? Both trunk springs broke. The repairs are estimated by MB at 3-4 hours (~$500). The springs are only few $. Passenger side Trunk spring broke. Trunk will fall closed.

Who is the owner of the 2004 Cavalier?

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