41 62 014 Adjusting rear lid

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The GAP DIMENSIONS, BODY serve as the basis for adjustment work.

Make unpainted surfaces visible by also moving the hinges. Touch these up in the appropriate color.

Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.

Slacken screws (1) on rear lid hinge to rear lid until such stage that rear lid can still be moved.

Tightening torque 41 62 1AZ .

Adjust rear lid.

Height adjustment of trunk lid:

Loosen screws (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Lid Hinge Screws

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Tightening torque 41 62 2AZ .

Retighten all screws.

Adjust REAR LID LOCK .