Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
86 21 ... Adjusting Rear Lid To Fit
Height adjustment of rear lid:
Release screws (1) and move rear lid in direction of arrows.
Depth adjustment of rear lid:
Release screws (2) and move rear lid in direction of arrows.
Installation:
Tightening Torque, height adjustment,
refer to 86 21 HOOD .
Tightening Torque, depth adjustment,
refer to 86 21 HOOD .
Adjust gap (A) evenly all around without displacement and correct if necessary.
Check lid in transition (B) to hood for displacement and correct if necessary (flush).
To align lid in transverse direction, you can install or remove plastic washers (3) between hinge bracket (1) and mounting bracket (2).
Installation:
There must always be a plastic washer (3) fitted on left and right sides of mounting bracket (2). Plastic washers are available in thicknesses of 1 mm and 3 mm.
Check lid in transition (C) to hood (flush) and correct if necessary. Correction is made by inserting or omitting plastic washers (refer to Fig 4).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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