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Tailgate Hinge Wiring? 200 1986

posted by  someone claiming to be Dino on  Mon Feb 10 06:42 CST 2003 [RELATED]

So I finally bought myself a Bently manual for my wifes 245. I am realizing that I need to pay the car a LOT more attention so that she continues to be happy with it. Otherwise she's going demand a new one! A new Brick is out of the question, and because of the kids, their friends and the dog, etc, the replacement will probably end up being a m...mm..mmm...mmmi...mmmin (uhggg!)....minivan. I just can't face that...I'll do almost anything to keep this old wagon well!

Anyway I bought the replacement wiring harnesses for the severed ones that go through the tailgate hinges. The Bently Manual barely mentions the hinges. It appears that the tailgate and hinge actually have to be removed from the car in order to feed the new harness through (or remove the old one for that matter). Does anyone have any tips for doing this. (Removal of body panels and doors and such in the past has proven to be something to avoid if at all possible)

Also I would assume that these hinges probably wear out as well (I get lots of creeks and growns when opening the hatch. If I have to take everything apart, should I replace these as well?






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