Introduction
Some vehicles experience intermittent rear door locking failures, potentially linked to the cargo blind or the door locking mechanism itself. This document outlines a possible cause and solutions.
Problem
The rear door occasionally fails to lock, sometimes associated with the presence or position of the cargo blind. The issue can persist even after removing the cargo blind entirely.
Solution
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Cargo Blind Modification: The original solution involves modifying or replacing the cargo blind.
- The rear blind lugs should be chamfered. This allows the rearmost flap on the blind (the section between the lugs and the rear door) to tilt downwards approximately 45 degrees. When tilted down, the door is expected to lock.
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Inspect Door Lock Mechanism: If the issue persists even after removing the cargo blind, the problem may lie within the door locking mechanism itself. Further diagnosis of the locking mechanism is required in this instance as the cargo blind is not the issue.
Relevant Parts
- Modified/Replacement Rear Cargo Blind with chamfered lugs.
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