Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Adjustments

51 24 004 Adjusting Rear Lid Lock

Note:
- Rear lid must be correctly adjusted before adjustment of rear lid lock.
- If necessary, adjust trunk lid.

In event of rattling noises in area of rear lid lock, refer to Service Information.

Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Screw in rear lid bump stops completely
- Remove trim on tail panel







Note:
- Torx screws (1) must be fitted.
- If necessary, replace hexagon screws with Torx screws (1).

Adjusting rear lid lock:
Slacken screws (1) on rear lid lock (3) until lock is just able to be move and centres itself.
Close rear lid and keep release button pressed so that rear lid lock snaps closed.
Striker (2) must be centrally positioned in rear lid lock (3).







Open rear lid.
Adjust rear lid lock (2) vertically so that upper edges of shims are flush with edge of rear lid lock (2).
Tighten down screws (1).

1AZ Lock to body 9 Nm







Normal bump stops up to build date 02/2003:
Adjust bump stops on left/right by turning.

Lay a thin piece of cardboard (1) on contact surface of bump stop and close rear lid.
Pull out cardboard (1), a slight resistance must be felt in the process.
Check alignment of rear lid and rear lid lock, readjust if necessary.







Soft bump stops from build date 03/2003:
Adjust bump stops on left/right by turning.
Adjust bump stops to dimension (A).

A = 35 mm

Check alignment of rear lid and rear lid lock; if necessary, screw in bump stops by approx. 1 mm.