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41 62 014 Adjusting Tailgate: Notes

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IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body components.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL 

Observe 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

The tailgate must be provided with all attachment parts for correct adjustment.

Version with automatic tailgate actuation: 

Shut down automatic luggage compartment lid actuation.

To do this, disconnect plug connection on SEATS - REPAIR -- 535XI_550XI control unit for automatic luggage compartment lid actuation.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to spindle drive: only move tailgate slowly by hand.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: When the tailgate is closed, the lock striker must not touch or scrape against the tailgate lock. If necessary, remove STRIKER tailgate.

Slacken screws (2) on rear lid hinge to rear lid until such stage that rear lid can still be moved.

Tightening torque 41 62 1AZ .

Adjust tailgate laterally and longitudinally.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws Of Reinforcement Bridge And Rear Lid
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Height adjustment of rear lid to roof:

Slacken screws (1) and adjust tailgate.

Tightening torque 41 62 2AZ .

Fig 2: Adjusting Tailgate
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Check read lid wedge (1) on left and right for damage, replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Identifying Read Lid Wedge
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Check tailgate stop (1) on body on left and right for damage, replace if necessary.

If necessary, adjust tailgate stop (1) to wedge.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Remove TRIM PANEL at bottom left.

Slacken screw (2).

Slacken nuts (3).

Adjust limit position in longitudinal direction.

Tightening torque 41 62 6AZ .

Fig 4: Checking Tailgate Stop
G09878894Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Adjusting height of tailgate in relation to side panel:

Adjust limit position (1) by turning screw (2).

Fig 5: Identifying Side Panel Screw
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After Installation note