Installing the spindle drive of the lower tailgate

• Before installing the spindle drive (1) ensure that the retaining spring (2) is in its initial position.
• Check the retaining spring (2) for damage, replace the spindle drive (1) if necessary.

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• Insert the spindle drive (1).
• Connect connectors (3) and lock.

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• Press the ball socket (1) onto the ball pin until the retaining spring snaps in correctly and audibly.

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING DRIVE OF THE SOFT-CLOSING FUNCTION ON THE TAILGATE AT THE BOTTOM .
• Refer to INSTALLING BOTTOM TAILGATE TRIM PANEL .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE BOTTOM TRUNK LID LOCKING SWITCH .
• Refer to WHEN REPLACING THE SPINDLE DRIVE .