Adjusting Tailgate

Attention:

Do not damage adjoining body components.

Minor corrections through straightening work are permitted if the existing range of adjustments are not sufficient.

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The tailgate must be provided with all attachment parts for correct adjustment.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Check holder (1) left and right for damage, replace if necessary.

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Slacken screws (1) on both sides as long as the tailgate can still be moved.

Adjust tailgate laterally and longitudinally.

NOTE: When the tailgate is closed, the striker must not bump or scrape against the tailgate lock. If necessary, remove striker; refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STRIKER FOR TAILGATE LOCK .

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When adjusting height of tailgate:

Lower headlining in vehicle; refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HEADLINING (VERSION WITH SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF) .
Slacken off nuts (1) on both sides of vehicle and adjust tailgate.

Tightening torque; refer to TAILGATE .

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After Installation note:

Tighten all nuts to the specified torque; refer to TAILGATE .
Installing the striker if necessary; refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STRIKER FOR TAILGATE LOCK .
Adjusting the tailgate catch if necessary; refer to ADJUSTING REAR LID LOCK .
Adjust stop pad; refer to ADJUSTING/REPLACING BUMP STOPS .
Touch up unpainted surfaces in the appropriate color.