Section 01-14: Handles, Locks, Latches and Mechanisms
1993 Mustang Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Latch and Lock, Luggage Compartment

 

Except Hatchback

 

Removal and Installation

  1. Open the luggage compartment deck lid.
  1. Remove the latch retaining bolts. Disconnect the electric latch wire, if so equipped, and remove the latch as outlined.

    NOTE: The lock cylinder retainer is retained in place with a rivet which must be removed using a 1/4-inch drill.

  1. Remove support.
  1. Remove bracket.
  1. Remove retainer.
  1. Remove lock cylinder and extension installed in lock cylinder.
  1. To install, reverse Removal procedure.
  1. Connect the electric latch wire, if so equipped. Position the latch to the luggage compartment deck lid, and install the retaining bolts. Tighten to 9-14 Nm (7-10 lb-ft).
  1. Adjust the latch as outlined.
 

Hatchback

Tools Required:

 

Removal and Installation

  1. Open hatchback.
  1. Remove latch retaining bolts. Remove cover and latch bracket assembly.
  1. Remove pop-rivet and retainer. Lock cylinder must be removed simultaneously with retainer.
  1. To install, reverse Removal procedure.
  1. Position latch and bracket assembly with the cover to the hatchback door and tighten bolts to 9-14 Nm (7-10 lb-ft).
  1. Use Torx® Drive Bit Set D79P-2100-T or equivalent to adjust striker assembly for proper seal and fit and tighten to 27-38 Nm (20-28 lb-ft).




    Item Part Number Description
    1A 57472-S101 Bolt and Washer Assy (4 Req'd)
    2 43625 Pad
    3 Lock Set
    4 43283 Extension
    5 433A28 Seal
    6 43629 Retainer
    7 375203-S Rivet
    8B 404B12 Striker Assy
    9 43243 Latch Cover
    10 43200 Latch and Bracket Assy
    A    Tighten to 9-14 Nm (7-10 Lb-Ft)
    B    Tighten to 27-38 Nm (20-28 Lb-Ft)