Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair

Tailgate Lock Mechanism

Removing The Lock Mechanism For The Tailgate







Remove:
- the panel
- the control rod from the lock by pressing the pin out
- the 3 screws (A)
- the lock mechanism
- the connectors.

NOTE: The following applies to cars with emergency opening handles on the inside.

Pry apart the eyelet on the lever. Remove the cable.

Installing The Lock Mechanism For The Tailgate

Transfer the control rod when replacing the lock mechanism.

NOTE: For cars with an emergency opening handle on the inside. Install the cable in the eyelet on the lever. Lock the cable by clamping the eyelet closed.

Install:
- the connectors
- the lock mechanism
- the 3 screws (A). Tighten to 10 Nm
- the control rod. Press the pin in.

Check the function.

NOTE: Adjusting the control rod: remove the control rod by the lock. Press the lock cylinder as far to the right as possible so that the control rod can be pulled out as far as possible. Install the control rod on the lock.

Install the panel.

Adjust the lock.