98 vert has E.D. hatch lid problem
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98 vert has E.D. hatch lid problem
My 98 convertible's hatch lid where top folds down suddenly has a problem staying up. It is very weak in up right position. A slight wind or even parked with front lower than rear makes it fall. Anything I can do to correct this problem. It has already cause some embarrassing moments, if you know what I mean.
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Thats not a common problem
Looking at the Shop Manual there are hinges either side of the tonneau and a strut which is mounted centrally. I assume your strut is giving up the ghost. The replacement is very straight forward if that's the problem. Unbolt the strut at both ends and fit a new one.
If you decide to replace it I can send some pics.
Looking at the Shop Manual there are hinges either side of the tonneau and a strut which is mounted centrally. I assume your strut is giving up the ghost. The replacement is very straight forward if that's the problem. Unbolt the strut at both ends and fit a new one.
If you decide to replace it I can send some pics.
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My 98 convertible's hatch lid where top folds down suddenly has a problem staying up. It is very weak in up right position. A slight wind or even parked with front lower than rear makes it fall. Anything I can do to correct this problem. It has already cause some embarrassing moments, if you know what I mean.
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From: Horncastle Lincolnshire, England
2023 C5 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
Here's a pic that shows the hinge and the strut
You get at the front nut from the tonneau compartment and the rear nut from the trunk.
You get at the front nut from the tonneau compartment and the rear nut from the trunk.
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