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Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Customer Interest
Trunk Lid - High Closing Effort or Dificult to Open

Group: 55

Number: 99-01

Date: Sept. 17, 1999

Subject:
Trunk Lid, High Closing Effort or Difficult to Open

Model(s):
New Beetle

1998 -> 2000

Condition

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High effort required to close trunk lid.

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Trunk lid will not consistently open past second catch.

Service

For vehicles with high effort required to open trunk lid:

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Carefully inspect trunk lid lock for any damage (lock may be damaged from misalignment).

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Carefully inspect trunk lid striker for any damage (striker may be damaged from misalignment).

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