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Boot flap won't always open

Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2017 6:30 pm
by weaselchops
Hi,
Been trying to search for an answer, but not sure what the lower boot door is called?
Edit: I guess tailgate it what we call it in UK. But searching for that... Well usa only! :)
Anyway the handle sometimes doesn't work and requires a few goes!

Any ideas?

Re: Boot flap won't always open

Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2017 9:10 pm
by X5Sport
The microswitches were a known weak spot on the E53 so it could be that?  I know a few on here have cleaned or replaced the handle switches.

Re: Boot flap won't always open

Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2017 10:02 pm
by weaselchops
Oh I didn't realise the lower half was electric too!  :o

Re: Boot flap won't always open

Posted: Wed Aug 30, 2017 12:33 am
by celica
I don't think the lower section was ever electric was it even with the power tailgates?

I know someone else was struggling with this due to the bumper catching, could it be that?