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 tailgate.

Necessary preliminary work:
- Screw in rear lid bump stops completely
- Remove cover on tail panel







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 washers are flush with edge of rear lid lock (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 24 1AZ.







Turn stop pad (1) until cast-on rib (2) rests on rear lid.

Check alignment and closing function of rear lid and rear lid lock; readjust stop pad (1) if necessary.

Turn stop pad (1) max. ±1 turn.