Beetle L4-2.0L (AEG) (2000)
Trunk / Liftgate Striker: All Technical Service Bulletins
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).