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The hinge mount on the tailgate

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The height of the tailgate can be adjusted using the hinge.

Slacken off the screws slightly.

Adjust the tailgate.

Tighten the screw. Tighten to 21 Nm  .

Adjust the gas strut so that the tailgate closes without resistance and so that the gas strut is correctly positioned.