Found a broken wire in tailgate hinge !!!!!!

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by Danny, Jun 6, 2004.

  1. Danny

    Danny Guest

    Finally, something obvious !!!! In the driver's side tailgate hinge of
    my 1989 245 there is a solid black wire and what appears to be a small
    bundle of wires passing through. The solid black wire is completely
    severed and I noticed that the high level brake light flickers
    sometimes when the tailgate is being opened and closed. What does the
    solid black wire go to and how should I approach the flickering high
    level brake light? How do I take the tailgate off and apart if that is
    what's needed?

    I love this group almost as much as I love my Volvo!

    Danny
     
    Danny, Jun 6, 2004
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  2. Danny

    James Sweet Guest


    This is probably the single most common problem that occurs on 240 wagons.
    To fix it, remove the rear dome light and handle, pull the rear edge of the
    headliner off the lip, then mark the position of the hinges with a dry erase
    marker and while two helpers hold the hatch, remove the gas shocks and then
    remove the two bolts from each side that hold the hinges to the roof. Set
    the tailgate on a padded surface and remove the hinges and upholstery panel.
    You should be able to pull the new wiring harnesses (available online) in
    with the old ones.
     
    James Sweet, Jun 6, 2004
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  3. Danny

    G Klein Guest

    What you found is a broken ground wire the hinge is held on by 4 bolts or 3
    bolts & a screw support the tailgate then remove the headliner just to gain
    access to the mounting hardware then do the same on the tailgate remove the
    mounting hardware you can attempt to repair the broken ground or you can
    just replace the hinge if you opt for replacement try your local Volvo
    dealer or IPD to see which has the better price
    Glenn

    --
    "*-344-*Never Forgotten"
    Is for the New York City Firemen who lost their lives on September 11,2001.
    The official count is 343, but there was also a volunteer who lost his life
    aiding in the initial rescue efforts. And I will never forget them as long
    as I live,
    nor should any American.
    "Mow Green"
     
    G Klein, Jun 6, 2004
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  4. Danny

    Danny Guest

    Thanks Much Guys!!!

     
    Danny, Jun 7, 2004
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