Trunk / Liftgate: Adjustments

Adjusting Rear Lid

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Technical values







Adjusting rear lid

Adjusting lid in X and Y direction







INFORMATION:
- Set gap dimensions on cover and accessories in accordance with the gap specifications.
- Given a clearance in the opening that is too large or too small, the movable body or the accessories must be centred accordingly.
- Ensure that the gaps do not run in a wedge-shaped fashion or do not narrow at local points.
- The given values are guidelines which should be observed as far as possible.
- The guidelines apply to repair and assembly work.
- Use star gauges to measure the gap dimensions. Star gauges for body gap dimensions NR. 127-1.

1. Check functional dimensions of rear lid. Refer to Diagram - body gap dimensions.
2. Loosen fastening screw -1- slightly on both sides of the rear lid -2-.







Adjusting lid in Z direction







1. Loosen fastening screws -1- slightly on both rear lid hinges -2-.







Adjusting rear lid







1. By moving the rear lid at the hinges, adjust the contours with respect to the side panel, convertible-top compartment lid, rear spoiler and rear apron. Refer to Diagram - body gap dimensions.







2. Tighten fastening screws for securing lid hinge to rear lid. Tightening torque: 9.7 Nm (7.0 ftlb.)
3. Tighten fastening screws for securing hinge to body. Tightening torque: 9.7 Nm (7.0 ftlb.)
4. If required, adjust the contours of the rear lid by turning the adjusting elements. Refer to Diagram - body gap dimensions.







Additional information on adjusting rear lid

Functional dimensions of rear lid







INFORMATION:
- Set gap dimensions on cover and accessories in accordance with the gap specifications.
- Given a clearance in the opening that is too large or too small, the movable body or the accessories must be centred accordingly.
- Ensure that the gaps do not run in a wedge-shaped fashion or do not narrow at local points.
- The given values are guidelines which should be observed as far as possible.
- The guidelines apply to repair and assembly work.
- Use star gauges to measure the gap dimensions. Star gauges for body gap dimensions NR. 127-1.

Adjustment dimension -Y= 933.4 +1 mm- left side panel -1- over middle of vehicle to right side panel.







Adjustment dimension -X= 60.5 ±1 mm-top edge of side panel -1- to bottom edge of rear lid -2-.

Gap dimensions of rear lid