'03 ML500 tailgate won't shut
09-19-2013, 02:53 PM
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'03 ML500 tailgate won't shut
My tailgate won't close. Lock is stuck in locked positon. Maybe someone out there has experienced this problem and repaired. Thanks
09-19-2013, 07:24 PM
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1990 190E 2.6, ... 1998 ML320, 2005 ML500SE
Do you mean the tailgate is open but the latch is in the closed position?
If so, I don't think the latch mechanism will release on it's own if you simply pull on the handle. Try pulling lightly on the latch mechanism while pulling on the handle.
Mike
If so, I don't think the latch mechanism will release on it's own if you simply pull on the handle. Try pulling lightly on the latch mechanism while pulling on the handle.
Mike
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09-19-2013, 08:08 PM
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Mike... yes, tailgate open, accuator locked. I was able to get accuator in open position. However, I know if I close the gate I won't get it open. No activity at that lock when door locks open / closed. Think accuator took a dumb. Now I need to find one. Thanks,
Also replaced relay..no luck.
Also replaced relay..no luck.
09-20-2013, 03:16 PM
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tailgate lock actuator
Humm...everything I look at on line shows a picture of #5 (in the diagram) when I research "Tailgate Lock Actuator". OE # 1637400235.
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09-21-2013, 06:12 AM
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Thank you for response. You state vin# required for actuator to assure correct part. So, for example..... I go to Rock auto, enter search for tailgate actuator... '03 ML500... one part comes up for my make/model & states "alternate/OEM # 77114385. How do I know this is correct part, look for # on part removed? How many options are there for this part?
Thanks again,
Thanks again,
09-21-2013, 07:31 AM
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I cannot know how RockAuto works and if they have the correct part number.
In post #4, I supplied you with 6 different part #'s for handles and they are vin specific from M/B. If you do not want to purchase it from the dealer, how can I say if rockAuto has the correct part.
In post #4, I supplied you with 6 different part #'s for handles and they are vin specific from M/B. If you do not want to purchase it from the dealer, how can I say if rockAuto has the correct part.
09-23-2013, 03:50 AM
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It may be possible to repair your broken actuator, if your problem is the same as in this thread --> hatch-door-actuator-plastic-stuff-warning.html
10-05-2013, 05:15 PM
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A few years ago I had the same problem. If I remember correctly I fixed it by pressing the buttons on the electronic key while holding the latch open and moving the door up and down. Eventually it will release.
10-09-2013, 09:25 AM
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Installed tailgate lock assembly and problem solved. A clue that it was a lock assembly issue all along.... the rear cargo lamp, set in the auto position, would not shut off when tailgate was closed. I shorted out the lock assembly and lamp went out.
Wish I had checked that from the get go.
Wish I had checked that from the get go.
