Mercedes Benz

Body - Tailgate Hard to Open/Close SI M 41 01 07 Body February 2007 Technical Service SUBJECT Tailgate is Difficult to Open and/or Close MODEL R50, R53, R56 (Cooper, Cooper S) SITUATION The tailgate may be difficult to open and/or close. CAUSE The hinges which secure the tailgate to the body of the vehicle may not be properly lubricated. CORRECTION Applying adhesive spray lubricant to the hinges at regular intervals will prevent excessive friction within the tailgate hinges. PROCEDURE 1. Spray lubricant into the moving part of each hinge. 2. Wipe any overspray off the painted surface around the hinges. 3. Open and close the tailgate several times for the lubricant to penetrate the hinges. NOTE: This lubrication of the hinges should also be carried out at each scheduled service as noted under Standard Operations in the MINI Service & Information Warranty Booklet 2002-2006 Mini Cooper (R50) L4-1.6L (W10) Page 284 PARTS INFORMATION WARRANTY INFORMATION Covered under the terms of th...