BMW 7 Series: Adjusting Tailgate

IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body parts.

Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.

Observe GAP DIMENSIONS.

The rear lid must be provided with all attachment parts for correct adjustment.

Version with automatic rear lid actuation:

Shut down AUTOMATIC REAR LID ACTUATION.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to spindle drive: only move rear lid slowly by hand.

If necessary, REMOVE SPINDLE DRIVE

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Remove PANEL FOR REAR LID

Slacken nuts (1) and (2) until such stage that the rear lid can still be moved.

Adjust rear lid laterally and longitudinally.

Tightening torque 41 62 1AZ.

When the rear lid is closed, the striker must not touch or scrape against the rear lid lock. If necessary, remove striker.

Fig. 450: Identifying Rear Lid Nuts

Adjusting height of rear lid in relation to side panel:

• REMOVE TENSION SPRING
• Remove cap from opening (1).

WARNING: Risk of injury! Secure rear lid against dropping down.

Fig. 451: Identifying Opening

NOTE: Parcel shelf is shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Slacken nut (1) with a suitable tool (SW13) until hinge can be moved.

Adjust height of rear lid.

Tightening torque 41 62 3AZ.

Adjust REAR LID LOCK.

Adjust BUMP STOPS.

Fig. 452: Adjusting Bump Stops

After installation

• Tighten all screws and nuts to specified torque.
• Touch up unpainted surfaces in the appropriate color.
• If reversing camera optional equipment installed: Calibrate REVERSING CAMERA.

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