41 62 014 Adjusting Tailgate

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IMPORTANT: 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 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

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

Version with automatic tailgate activation:

Deactivate automatic tailgate activation by disconnecting PLUG CONNECTIONS on control unit.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to spindle drive: only move tailgate slowly by hand.

If necessary, remove SPINDLE DRIVE

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TRIM PANEL FOR REAR LID

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 Rear Lid Nuts

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Adjusting height of tailgate in relation to side panel:

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

WARNING: Danger of injury!
Secure tailgate against dropping down.

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Cap

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NOTE: Parcel shelf is shown removed for purposes of clarity.

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 Bump Stops

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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.