Tailgate - Upper

TAILGATE - UPPER

Service repair no - 76.28.29

Remove

1. Remove both 'E' post finishers.
2. Remove 2 trim fixing studs. Release headlining from 'E' posts.







3. Release 4 turn buckles securing access panel to LH side load space trim. Remove panel.
4. Locate rear screen washer non-return valve. Disconnect tailgate feed tube from valve.







5. Attach draw string to tube to aid re-assembly.
6. Release tailgate harness protective sleeve from roof panel.







7. Disconnect 3 tailgate harness multiplugs from body harness. Pull plugs out through hole in roof panel.
8. Pull screen washer tube out through hole in roof panel. Disconnect draw string.
9. Mark outline of hinge on tailgate to aid re-assembly.
10. Apply protective tape to roof panel before releasing tailgate.
11. With assistance, disconnect gas struts from tailgate.
12. With assistance, remove 4 bolts securing hinges to tailgate. Remove tailgate.

Refit

13. With assistance, position tailgate to hinges. Align marks. Secure with bolts. Tighten to 25 Nm. (18 lbf.ft)
14. With assistance, connect gas struts to tailgate.
15. Remove protective tape from roof panel.
16. Attach draw string to washer tube. Pull tube along roof into position at 'E' post. Remove draw string.
17. Connect tube to non-return valve.
18. Feed 3 tailgate harness multiplugs through roof panel. Connect to body harness.
19. Secure tailgate harness protective sleeve to roof panel.
20. Reposition headlining at 'E' posts. Secure with studs.
21. Fit load space access panel. Secure with turn buckles.
22. Fit both 'E' post finishers.

Adjust

23. Check alignment of lower tailgate.
24. Align tailgate to aperture by adjusting position of hinges on tailgate or body.
25. Align tailgate to adjacent body panels by adjusting position of hinges on body.

NOTE: To prevent wind noise, ensure top edge of tailgate does not stand proud of roof panel.