Tailgate Lock Latch Installation Details on Convertible Models
4 - Latch bolt; 5 - Threaded plate; 6 - Fastening nut; 7 - Drive rod
Installation details of the tailgate lock wedge on Convertible models
8 - Locking wedge; 9 - Mounting bolt; 10 - Stop
1. Open the tailgate.
2. Open the tool compartment cover.
3. Remove the rivets (2 and 3), remove the insert (1) of the tool compartment (see paragraph 2 in Section Removal and installation door locks).
4. Unscrew the bolt (4) and remove the latch (6) - the threaded plate (5) will fall into the side frame.
5. Unscrew the fastening bolts (9) and remove the locking wedge (8) and stop (10).
6. Installation is carried out in reverse order.
7. Finally, adjust the side (see Section Removal, installation and adjustment of doors).