Body - Rear Trunk Lid Is Difficult To Close
55 Rear Trunk Lid is Difficult to Close55 12 25
2030373/2
October 10, 2012.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 55 number 12 - 22 dated July 27, 2012 for reasons listed below.
Affected Vehicles
Condition
Customer may report the trunk is difficult to close, or excessive force required to latch the trunk closed.
Technical Background
The latch and striker for the trunk lid may be out of position and not properly engaging.
Production Solution
The adjustment of the rear lid latch and striker has been optimized at the factory.
Service
1. Access the lower lock striker according to the ElsaWeb Repair Manual:
Body >> Body Exterior >> 55 Hoods, Lids >> Removal and Installation >> Rear Lid >> Striker Pin.
2. Mark the original position of the striker relative to the body. Use this position as a reference of the original position for adjustments (Figure 1).
3. Reposition the Striker mechanism and check the operation of the rear lid.
4. Check for correct latching of the rear trunk lid by opening/closing the rear lid.
Warranty
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.