41 62 014 Adjusting Tailgate

Attention: 

Do not damage adjoining body components.

Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.

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Observe 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

The tailgate must be provided with all attachment parts for correct adjustment.

Version with automatic tailgate activation: 

Shut down AUTOMATIC TAILGATE ACTIVATION .

Necessary preliminary work:

• Remove TRIM PANEL OF TAILGATE .

Slacken nuts (1) and (2) until such stage that the tailgate can still be moved.

Adjust tailgate laterally and longitudinally.

Tightening torque 41 62 1AZ .

When the tailgate is closed, the striker must not touch or scrape against the tailgate lock. If necessary, remove striker.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Panel Of Tailgate, Nuts

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Adjusting height of tailgate in relation to side panel:

• REMOVE TENSION SPRING 
• Remove sealing cap from opening (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Cap From Opening

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Slacken nut (1) with a suitable tool (SW13) until hinge can be moved.

Adjust height of tailgate.

Tightening torque 41 62 3AZ .

Adjust TAILGATE CATCH .

Adjust STOP PAD .

Fig 3: Adjusting Height Of Tailgate

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After setting: 

• Tighten all screws and nuts to specified torque.
• Touch up unpainted surfaces in the appropriate color.
• If reversing camera optional equipment installed: 

  Calibrate REVERSING CAMERA .