Date: Mon, 08 Mar 2004 08:43:10 +0000 From: Grunff <grunffnospam.com> Subject: Re: hatch latch won't latch
LauraK wrote: > This just started tonight. When I close the hatch, the latch doesn't "catch." > 1995 9000CS. > I can't find anything that would be interfering with it and I've pumped almost > a whole can of WD40 into it. > The mechanism seems to be working fine but it just doesn't latch and the hatch > light won't go out. Everything seems to be aligned OK. > Any suggestions for things to check before I take it to the mechanic? > The only thing I noticed was a little rubber thing seems loose at the top where > a flexible wire holder goes from the car roof to the top of the hatch. First check that the lock catch is in the correct position to allow the hatch to close and latch. If you examine the mechanism (on the hatch) and the striker pin (on the car body) you'll see that it catches a pin, and wraps a hook around it as it closes. Get a thick screwdriver, and immitate this action by sliding it into the latch. I hope that makes sense! -- Grunff
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