Hatch Hydraulics
11-21-2008, 05:19 PM
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Hatch Hydraulics
Alright guys, Well i search around here to see if anyone else has ran into my Problem...Seems that my Hatch Hydraulics gave out trying to take me out as well. 
Anyways, was wondering if anyone has ran into this and found a solution or is there anything i can do before actually replacing them....
Anyways, was wondering if anyone has ran into this and found a solution or is there anything i can do before actually replacing them....
11-21-2008, 05:34 PM
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11-21-2008, 06:17 PM
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you can always cut a broom stick to length and jam it in there when you open the hatch.
just make sure not to hit it when you're leaning in or you will find out how much the hatch weights coming down at full speed.
i might have to replace mine, they dont open all the way unless i open it all the way myself.
just make sure not to hit it when you're leaning in or you will find out how much the hatch weights coming down at full speed.
i might have to replace mine, they dont open all the way unless i open it all the way myself.
11-21-2008, 09:19 PM
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Originally Posted by SATownScion
you can always cut a broom stick to length and jam it in there when you open the hatch.
just make sure not to hit it when you're leaning in or you will find out how much the hatch weights coming down at full speed.
i might have to replace mine, they dont open all the way unless i open it all the way myself.
just make sure not to hit it when you're leaning in or you will find out how much the hatch weights coming down at full speed.
i might have to replace mine, they dont open all the way unless i open it all the way myself.
....Yea i wasnt expecting it to fall on me today while i was adjusting my subs. Caught it right on time before the latch got me. Went around town today getting some quotes, might replace them tomorrow if i get a chance.
11-21-2008, 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by candycamotc
no. A flat head screwdriver to pop the clip and they come right off
Originally Posted by superwhiteTC20
Is there a possibility that the cold weather could be causing them to not open with as much force? Have heard that from others just wondering cause mine are doing the same thing.
11-21-2008, 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by SATownScion
nope, wear and tear item
Mine were replaced under warranty at about 35,000 miles. At 61,000, they are already having issues when the hatch opens. Common issue with heavy hatches.
11-21-2008, 11:06 PM
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Originally Posted by engifineer
Yep... if it is starting to open poorly, get it in when you are about to run out of warranty 
Let them pay for he next set. I think I was at 35,600 miles when I took it in :D
Let them pay for he next set. I think I was at 35,600 miles when I took it in :Dlol
11-22-2008, 12:35 AM
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Originally Posted by engifineer
Yep... if it is starting to open poorly, get it in when you are about to run out of warranty Let them pay for he next set. I think I was at 35,600 miles when I took it in :D
Let them pay for he next set. I think I was at 35,600 miles when I took it in :DIts only been 7hrs since i posted this and i already forgot about my hatch....I went to the store, came out, opened the hatch, turned around to grab some bags, and when i tured back around my hatch was coming down already.
Im at 29,000 miles...Tomorrow im going to the dealership instead
Thanks engifineer!!!