HRMadness,

Don't worry about orientation of the pic. OP stated to pull towards front of car once trim piece is removed and after loosening the 12mm bolts...after that just move it towards front of car ~1/8 inch, retighten everything, and gently check alignment of hatch with latch. As in don't just slam or drop it, might regret that. One guy posted that when the hatch popped after doing this, it really POPPED, indicating it could've been too tight/not aligned properly afterwards. I'll be trying soon when I get my baby back.

Welcome to the forum. I've been trolling here about a year but haven't posted/replied much (haven't had much of a reason too). Hope you're loving your HR! I know I am

 

This is why i love my350z.com
Installed my tomei single which makes a very deep rumble and caused the trunk latch to buzz. Did this diy and its gone. Simply amazing!

 

This is fantastic, I'm doing this tonight!! Thanks!!

 

You're a genius! My trunk was rattling like an empty can till saw your DIY. Followed your instructions - and no more rattle.