Catch, Adjusting

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Loosen the bolts -1- and slide the rear lid catch -2- in the oversized holes -arrows a and b-.

Adjust the catch -2- so that the rear lid latch recess with the rotary latch engages with the center of the catch -2-.

Fig 1: Rear Lid Striker Pin, Adjusting

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-- Remove the lock carrier cover. Refer to LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANELS .

-- Loosen the bolts -1-.

-- Move the striker pin -2- into the upper position and tighten the bolts -1-.

-- Lock the rear lid and check the adjustment.

-- Tightening specification for bolts -1- : 18 Nm