Range Rover (LP) V8-4.0L (1999)
Tailgate Latch: Customer Interest
Body - Lower Tailgate Won't Release
No:
76/03/00/NAS
Ref:
Issue:
1
Date:
09/15/00
Tailgate Release Adjustment
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Range Rover (LP)
WA410382 to YA437175
SITUATION:
LOWER TAILGATE DOES NOT RELEASE
A customer may complain that the lower tailgate latch does not release when the release button is pressed. This condition is likely the result of incorrect
center latch alignment.
RESOLUTION:
ADJUST TAILGATE LATCH
Incorrect setting of the tailgate center latch can be corrected to ensure simultaneous release of both lower tailgate latches by following the procedure
outlined below. Correct alignment and proper tightening of the center latch are both critical to proper tailgate release.
PARTS INFORMATION:
No parts involved
WARRANTY CLAIMS:
76.37.17
Time 0.25 hrs.
Adjust tailgate latch assembly
FAULT CODE: Z
Normal warranty policy and procedures apply
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Refer to the WSM repair operation 76.37.17 and remove lower tailgate carpet.
2.
Loosen the two center latch retaining bolts (Figure 1).