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Old Jan 23, 2023 | 06:47 PM
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Hello, I replaced gears with brass years ago, then the passenger side got lazy, slow and I replaced the motor, all seemed well, then the DS started popping up about half way after turned off. I tried the 5/16 fuel line replacement bumpers and no joy there. My 03 has 20k miles, still has original Goodyear Run Flats. Can someone please help me get the lights working properly? Seems I have tried most or the post suggestions, I realize this is an old topic, but I have tried everything posted and It does not work.

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he DS started popping up about half way after turned off.

My 03 has 20k miles, still has original Goodyear Run Flats.
I'm thinking you need to take the adjustment **** on the top of the motor and spin it till the door is flush.

Now.... 20 years old tire is a safety issue. Serious. This is is a "Dude! WTF?" moment.
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http://rodneydickman.com/product_inf...roducts_id=333


http://rodneydickman.com/product_info.php?products_id=309

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It just sits in the garage. I am planning to get new tires before taking it anywhere, it had 9K when I bought it 13 years ago, now 20K so no risk if it just sits.

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Did that, no joy.
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I ordered new Bumper stops, doubt it will help, the 5/16 fuel line had no effect, DS headlight closes and pops up about 1/2.
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Did you also order the spacer washers?
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Originally Posted by billschroeder5842
I'm thinking you need to take the adjustment **** on the top of the motor and spin it till the door is flush.

Now.... 20 years old tire is a safety issue. Serious. This is is a "Dude! WTF?" moment.
Only if I drive it., serious
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Originally Posted by JHrinsin
Did you also order the spacer washers?
I did not, won't any washer work? if not I can order the washer's, not a problem.
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Originally Posted by San Angelo Bill
I did not, won't any washer work? if not I can order the washer's, not a problem.
I suppose. Here is the explanation on the TSB concerning the need for the washers;
http://rodneydickman.com/product_inf...roducts_id=285

Here is details on the washer diameter sizing;
http://rodneydickman.com/product_inf...roducts_id=333
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Originally Posted by JHrinsin
I suppose. Here is the explanation on the TSB concerning the need for the washers;
http://rodneydickman.com/product_inf...roducts_id=285

Here is details on the washer diameter sizing;
http://rodneydickman.com/product_inf...roducts_id=333

I ordered the washers from Rodney
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