Removing and installing tailgate - AR72.20-P-3500B

MODEL 210.2 

Fig 1: Identifying Tailgate Components

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	Removing, installing
1	Removing and installing tailgate liner		AR68.30-P-1050B
2	Disconnect or unbolt connections from tailgate, and pull out through cable guide
3	Disconnect leads for windshield washing unit from wiper motor and pull out of tailgate
4	Detach vacuum line from vacuum element and pull out of tailgate
5	Mark installation position of hinge on tailgate
6	Unscrew bolts (1) and remove tailgate (2) with helper		*BA72.20-P-1004-02A
7	Install in the reverse order
8	Adjust tailgate		AR72.20-P-3510B

Tailgate

Number	Designation		Model 210.2
BA72.20-P-1004-02A	Bolts securing hinge assembly to tailgate	Nm	28