Trunk / Liftgate: Adjustments

41 62 014 - Adjusting rear lid





Read contents of Body, General Service Precautions.
The E60 gap dimensions serve as the basis for adjustment work.
Make unpainted surfaces visible by also moving the hinges. Touch these up in the appropriate color.





Release screws (1) on rear lid hinge to rear lid so that rear lid can still be moved.
Adjust rear lid.
Tighten bolts.
Tightening torque 41 62 1AZ [1][2]41 62 Rear Lid.





Adjusting height of rear lid in relation to side panel:
- Remove tension spring Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Tension Spring for Rear Lid
- Remove cap from opening (1)





Note:
Parcel shelf is shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Slacken nut (1) with a suitable tool (13 mm A/F) until hinge (2) can be moved.

Adjust height of rear lid.
Adjust rear lid lock Adjustments.
Tighten nut.
Tightening torque 41 62 4AZ [1][2]41 62 Rear Lid.