Security System Sounds for No Reason or Intermittently Will Not Set

SYMPTOM
The security system alarm may sound for no reason
after it sets, or it may not set after locking the vehicle.

PROBABLE CAUSE
The trunk latch security switch malfunctions.

VEHICLES AFFECTED
1995 2.5TL: ALL
1996 2.5TL: thru VIN JH4UA2 . . . TC017939
1996 3.2TL: thru VINJH4UA3 . . . TC10761

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the trunk lid latch with the one listed under
PARTS INFORMATION.

1. Open the trunk, and remove the trunk lid trim.

2. Disconnect the cylinder rod from the lock cylinder.

3. Remove the three mounting bolts, and disconnect
the connector.

4. Pull out the trunk lid latch; disconnect the cylinder
rod, the trunk lid opener cable, and the
connector; then remove the trunk lid latch.

5. Install the new trunk lid latch in reverse order of
removal. Torque the three mounting bolts to
9.8 N⋅m (7.2 lb-ft).

PARTS INFORMATION
Trunk Lid Latch: P/N 74851-SW5-A01