Tailgate - adjust centring and profile - includes hinge and compartment seal adaptation

Operation 7015A14 · Tailgate assembly

Lift the tailgate.

1. If necessary adjust the buffer blocks.

2. If necessary adjust the position of the lock striker.

Refer to op. 7015A10 tailgate - adjust striker and adapt seal if necessary.

If the adjustments described above are insufficient, adjust the tailgate hinge position as described below.

1. Loosen the tailgate bolts and adjust the tailgate position, using the slotted holes on the hinges.

The arrows indicate possible movements.

2. - Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.

If necessary, adjust the position of the lock striker (see op. 7015A10).

If this adjustment is not sufficient, proceed as follows:

Refer to op. 7040L40 front compartment scuff strip - r r

Refer to op. 7050A22 rear seat cushion - r+r

Refer to op. 7040H42 rear pillar trim - r r (left and right sides)

Refer to op. 7065C30 interior l/h or r/h grab handle (one) - r+r (rear)

3. Slightly lower the ceiling trim (3a) and slacken the hinge bolts (3b). Adjust the tailgate position.

The arrows indicate possible movements.

Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.

If necessary, renew the sealant between the bodyshell and hinges.

If necessary, adjust the position of the lock striker (see op. 7015A10).

Refer to op. 7065C30 interior l/h or r/h grab handle (one) - r+r (rear)

Refer to op. 7040H42 rear pillar trim - r r (left and right sides)

Refer to op. 7050A22 rear seat cushion - r+r

Refer to op. 7040L40 front compartment scuff strip - r r