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Adjust side stops on trunk lid - AR88.50-P-5200-02G

Test and adjustment values, gap dimensions at hoods, doors and covers

Number Designation Model 170
BE60.00-P-1003-01A Gap dimension Trunk lid to top of rear fender Dimension "F" mm -
Trunk lid to bottom of rear fender Dimension "M" mm -
Trunk lid to rear fender Dimension "F" mm 5.0 (+1/-0)
Trunk lid to taillamp Dimension "M" mm 5.0 (+1/-0)
Trunk lid to bumper Dimension "V" mm 8.0 (± 0.5)
Rear fender to taillamp Dimension "U" mm 3.0 (± 0.5)
Fig., see AR60.00-P-0700-01G
Fig 1: Identifying Feeler Gage (129 589 03 21 00)
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  1. Loosen mounting bolts on stops (8) and move stops completely toward inside
  2. Coat stops (9) in trunk lid opening with chalk
  3. Close trunk lid

    IMPORTANT Press trunk lid carefully backwards, do not slam!

    Fig 2: Identifying Mounting Bolts On Stops
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  4. Check chalk imprint on stops (8)
  5. Adjust stops in increments toward outside until chalk marks uniform on both sides.

    IMPORTANT Check body transitions, gaps and closing forces on trunk lid permanently.

    Fig 3: Identifying Stops In Trunk Lid Opening
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