Expert: Mike Potter - 3/6/2008

Question
I bought a used 2002 Honda Civic.  When I washed it, I realized the trunk-lid (door) is raised up a little on the left side, and water leaks into the trunk.  I now have mold.  I want to fix the thing so I can wash my car!  I guess it must just be something to do with the hinge?  The body is not bent or dented.  Do you know how expensive this is?  Or if there is a way to keep water out?

Answer
Is it up towards the front or the rear. The rear you can adjust the latch down, the front, you may need to bend the hinge. This should be done at a body shop because you could easily bend it too far one way or the other and have a difficult time getting it back. The whole job should be no more than $50.00 to $75.00 and that's figuring high.