Tailgate hinges - repair or replace with tailgate removed

Operation 7015A24 · Tailgate assembly

Removing

- 7040H66 LEFT REAR SIDE TRIM, WITH REAR PARCEL SHELF SUPPORT - R.R.

- 7040H67 RIGHT REAR SIDE TRIM, WITH REAR PARCEL SHELF SUPPORT - R.R.

1. Use the special tool to remove the rear left trim (1a), disengaging the internal retainers (1b).

2. Lower the trim (1a), sliding it along the seat belt (2a).

1. Disengage the terminals (1b) of the central rear seat belt from their seating (1a).

2. Undo the bolts.

3. Remove the trim (3a), disengaging it from the terminals (1b).

1. Working on the rear of the ceiling trim, disengage the retaining buttons with the special tool.

1. Working through the central rear seatbelt compartment, undo the bolt (1a) and remove the right hinge (1b).

1. Slightly lower the left rear edge of the ceiling trim.

2. Undo the bolt (2a) and remove the left hinge (2b).

Refitting

Check that the hinges are undamaged.

Fit the hinges and screw in the bolts without tightening them.

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Working on the rear of the ceiling trim, engage the retaining buttons.

Fit the seat belt trim in its seating, after engaging it to the seat belt terminals.

Tighten the bolts.

Engage the central rear seat belt terminals in their seating.

Refit the left side rear trim and engage the inner retainers.

- 7040H66 LEFT REAR SIDE TRIM, WITH REAR PARCEL SHELF SUPPORT - R.R.

- 7040H67 RIGHT REAR SIDE TRIM, WITH REAR PARCEL SHELF SUPPORT - R.R.