

| Subject: | rear access hatch adjustment |
| From: | Eric Caron |
| Date: | Thu, 20 Feb 2014 18:06:45 -0500 |
Hi listers,
This seems like a silly question but it is certainly vanagon related so I'll go for it.
I've managed to get my rear bumper respectably straightened out. As a result the rear hatch that exposes the oil and coolant area now opens fully.
So first question. What is the correct name for this little door?
Next question. Is there a way to adjust it at all? In my case the latch holding it shut is acting very wimpy. Everything seems straight and lined up as far as I can tell. the top of the little door matches up with the little rubber bumpers on the van body.
also. the license plate seems to sit a bit low. the bottom of the plate is below the top edge of the bumper. Is this normal?
I could just leave well enough alone, but what fun would that be? I'm looking for a way to have the small door shutt with a satisfying thunk and act latched.
Tips are greatly appreciated.
Eric Caron
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