600 L4-135 2.2L SOHC Turbo (1985)
Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Customer Interest
Deck Lid Remote Release Lever - High Operation Effort
Models
1985 Plymouth Caravelle, Dodge 600 & Chrysler New Yorker
Subject
Deck Lid Unlatching Effort - Excessive
Index
BODY
Date
July 8, 1985
No.
23-18-85
P-2448-C
SYMPTOM/CONDITION
Excessive deck lid remote release lever effort (above 13 pounds) on subject model vehicles can be resolved by using the following repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Check cable routing for correct installation.
2.
Check latch for correct cable attachment..
3.
Check cable for binding.
FIGURE 1 - Deck Lid Latch Assembly
4.
If the above steps fail to reduce the excessive effort, remove the two (2) latch mounting bolts, and insert a 5/16" flat washer, PN 0120393, between
the latch and the inner sheetmetal mounting surface, at the mounting bolt hole on each side (Figure 1).
5.
Install and tighten mounting bolts to 200 inch pounds.
6.
Check operation. If release lever effort is still above 13 pounds, replace the latch assembly.
