41 62 014 Adjusting Rear Lid

The 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS . serve as the basis for adjustment work.

Make unpainted surfaces visible by also moving the hinges.

Touch these up in the appropriate color.

Release screws (1) on rear lid hinge to rear lid so that rear lid can still be moved.

Adjust rear lid.

Tighten bolts.

Tightening torque 41 62 1AZ .

Fig 1: Screws On Lid Hinge

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Adjusting height of rear lid in relation to side panel:

Remove TENSION SPRING
Remove cap from opening (1)

Fig 2: Cap From Opening
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NOTE: Parcel shelf is shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Slacken nut (1) with a suitable tool (13 mm A/F) until hinge (2) can be moved.

Adjust height of rear lid.

Tighten nut.

Tightening torque 41 62 4AZ .

Fig 3: Slacken Nut With Suitable Tool

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