How to Remove a Mustang Trunk Weatherstrip

The Mustang is an entry level sports car manufactured and sold by the Ford Motor Company. Like most cars, the vehicle features a trunk for storage and transporting of objects. Inside the trunk lid, a weatherstrip acts as a seal to prevent rain, snow and water from entering the trunk. This strip can become worn due to weather and normal wear and needs to be replaced occasionally. Use a putty knife and rubbing alcohol to remove the weatherstrip in the trunk of a Mustang.

Things You'll Need

• Plastic putty knife
• Rubbing alcohol
• Rag

Instructions

1. Open the trunk. Insert the ignition key into the trunk key hold and turn to the right to open. Depending on the make and model, the "Trunk Release" button on a key remote may be used to unlock and open the trunk.

2. Pull the weatherstrip down from the underside of the trunk lid. The weatherstrip fits into a groove inside the lid and can be removed with a little pull. If the strip is resistant, use a plastic putty knife and wedge it into the lid groove to loosen the seal.

3. Use a putty knife to scrape away any remaining parts of the weatherstrip and adhesive inside the groove of the lid.

4. Dampen a rag with rubbing alcohol and wipe down the lid to remove any last remnants of adhesive.

References

• Mustang and Fords: How to Change Weatherstrip