Body - Erroneous Tailgate Open Message/Tailgate Rattles
SI B51 18 07Body Equipment
September 2007
Technical Service
This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. B51 18 07 dated August 2007
[NEW] designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
Erroneous Tailgate Open Message or Tailgate Rattles
MODEL
E70 (X5)
SITUATION
While driving the "Trunk Open" check control message may intermittently be displayed, even though the tailgate is fully closed. Rattling noises or high closing efforts may also be present.
CAUSE
The tailgate sections and/or the striker located in the lower section of the tailgate may not be adjusted properly.
CORRECTION
Adjusting the tailgate and striker will usually correct this situation.
[NEW] PROCEDURE
1. Adjust the upper tailgate striker per Repair Instruction RA 51 24 010. The striker should be approximately 7.5mm from the edge of the cutout.
2. Adjust the lower tailgate strikers per Repair Instruction RA 51 24 015.
3. Road test and if the previous adjustments were not effective, continue with the following procedure.
4. Adjust the upper tailgate section per Repair Instruction RA 41 62 030.
NOTE:
Ensure that the bump stops are carefully adjusted as mentioned in this RA to ensure adequate preload on the upper tailgate.
5. Adjust the lower tailgate section per Repair Instruction RA 41 62 033.
NOTE:
When adjusting the lower tailgate section, ensure that clearance exists between the inner and outer tail lamps, or damage to the tail lamps could occur.
[NEW] WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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