740 tailgate latch repair?

Discussion in 'Volvo 740' started by newsviewer, Mar 31, 2006.

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    newsviewer Guest

    The latch for my 92 740 is not operating smoothly it sticks. Has anyone
    had any success lubricating or replacing this latch or rebuilding?
     
    newsviewer, Mar 31, 2006
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    Rusty Guest

    I've had mine apart a few times. Not difficult, it probably just needs a
    good spray out with solvent and compressed air, then relubricate it. That
    worked for me.

    RS
     
    Rusty, Mar 31, 2006
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  3. As Rusty says, it is a simple enough mechanism. Light grease should get it
    working like new. The upholstery comes apart much like a door panel does -
    be sure to remove the inside handle first. Use a pry bar gently around the
    edge, because the push-in clips will try to tear out of the upholtery if you
    are careless. Allow an hour or so for a DIY.

    Mike
     
    Michael Pardee, Apr 1, 2006
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    doc Guest

    Hello JG:

    I've seen countless 240's with the same issue--including my own which
    I bought used.


    Best bet is to inspect it first after removing the carpeted panel on
    the inside of the tailgate. Note: do this carefully with something
    like a 1" wide plastic putty knife to avoid scratching paint---and do
    it gently or you could break the fiber board backing the plastic
    bayonet clips go through.

    If it does not look rusted a liberal dose of white lithium grease
    should be more than sufficient.

    If it DOES look rusty (common here in the Northeast US even if the
    rest of the car has NO rust) remove the latch a and soak it in a
    cleaning solution, detail it with a small brass scratch brush, soak in
    an oil bath and then re-lube and re-install.

    Check function and movement before reinstalling. If it is not fluid
    and smooth and "stiff, look for a used latch in good condition at a
    Pick-and-Pull (Good luck on that)

    Otherwise your only option is a new latch assembly. Not sure what they
    cost for a 740, but for a '93 240 they are $97 and change at the
    dealer.

    Regards,

    Doc
     
    doc, Apr 1, 2006
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