41 62 014 Adjusting Tailgate
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Attention:
Do not damage adjoining body components.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .
Observe BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .
The tailgate must be provided with all attachment parts for correct adjustment.
Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove COVER FOR TOP REAR WINDOW FRAME .
- Remove GAS PRESSURE SPRING .
- Remove SPINDLE DRIVE .
NOTE:
When the tailgate is closed, the striker must not touch or scrape against the tailgate lock.
If necessary, remove striker.
If necessary, remove striker.
Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.
Slacken screws (1) on rear lid hinge to tailgate until the tailgate can still just be moved.
Tightening torque 41 62 1AZ .
Adjust tailgate.
Height adjustment of tailgate:
Slacken screws (2)
Tightening torque 41 62 6AZ .
Retighten all screws.
Adjust TAILGATE LOCK .
Adjust stop pad. See ADJUSTING/REPLACING BUMP STOPS .
After setting:
- Tighten all screws and nuts to specified torque.
- Touch up unpainted surfaces in the appropriate color.