W 150 Ramcharger V8-360 5.9L (1991)
Trunk / Liftgate Shock / Support: Customer Interest
Hatchgate Support - Sags in Cold Weather
NO.:
23-04-91
GROUP:
BODY
DATE:
May 20, 1991
SUBJECT: Hatchgate Sag In Cool Ambient Temperatures
MODELS:
1991 (AD) Ramcharger (RWD, 4WD)
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Ramcharger models built prior to MDH 03-04-XX may have hatchgate supports that will not hold the hatchgate in the full open position during cooler
ambient temperatures.
DIAGNOSIS:
Under normal operating conditions in extremely low ambient temperatures, the hatchgate may sag as much as two inches from the full open position. If
the hatchgate sag exceeds two inches and the supports have PN 4212360 stenciled on the cylinder of the support, they can be replaced with the stronger
hatchgate support listed below.
PARTS REQUIRED,
2
Support, Hatchgate
55074963
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
If the hatchgate does not stay up as required, BOTH hatchgate supports must be replaced to maintain equal lifting pressure on both sides of the
hatchgate. Install the supports as described on page 23-42 of the 1991 Rear Wheel Drive Service Manual, publication no. 81-370-1108.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No. 23-40-29-90 . . . . . . . . . . . 0.4 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE:
6X - Weak
