Adjusting rear lid lock (330i GT xDrive, 340i GT xDrive)

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Prerequisite:

Observe and comply with BODY DIMENSIONS .

Completely screw in stop pad (1) left/right.

See removing and installing/replacing BUMP STOPS on tailgate.

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Unclip protective cap (1).

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Slacken screws (1) until lock (2) can still just be moved and centers itself.

Close rear lid.

Adjust tailgate in accordance to BODY DIMENSIONS .

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 24 1AZ .

NOTE: When the tailgate is closed, the striker must not touch or scrape against the rear lid lock. Look out for scratch marks.

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Screw out stop pad (1) left/right until they are in contact with the tailgate.

It must be possible to pull out paper strips with moderate friction resistance between the tailgate and stop pad (1).

Then screw out stop pad (1) one-half rotation further.

See removing and installing/replacing BUMP STOPS on tailgate.

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