Hatch release question - failed spring?
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Burning Brakes
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Hatch release question - failed spring?
Hi, my rear hatch has stopped popping up when using the remote opener and / or the key.
It feels like the spring in the catch is not doing it's job but it is moving freely and takes a fair bit of effort to push down manually.
Is this a common issue or am I interpreting the symptoms wrong?
Thanks
It feels like the spring in the catch is not doing it's job but it is moving freely and takes a fair bit of effort to push down manually.
Is this a common issue or am I interpreting the symptoms wrong?
Thanks
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2013
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From: Sunshine Coast, QLD,Australia
The insert is new. The Hatch release dit work after I fitted it. If I push down on the plunger it doesn't get stuck when I release it. I have removed the whole assembly and checked that everything works with the remote release mechanism. The catch on the Hatch bit of the lock is a bit worn (rounded) but not so bad that the Hatch rattle.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2013
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From: Sunshine Coast, QLD,Australia
Opening it with the key it doesn't feel as if anything is catching. I just turn the key and lift.
Will grease it a bit and report back.
