Why is the rear hatch on my minivan not opening?
Then what you will find is a vertical threaded rod (from the key mechanism) attached to a clip (in the latch mechanism). The handle mechanism pulls the rod ‘up’ to unlock the door (if it is working properly). If the rod does not move ‘up’ and inch or so, the latch will not release.
What to do if your rear hatch won’t open?
Try the plug first. Pull it out, you will probably find sound deadner inslation, pull it out of the way. Then what you will find is a vertical threaded rod (from the key mechanism) attached to a clip (in the latch mechanism). The handle mechanism pulls the rod ‘up’ to unlock the door (if it is working properly).
Why does my Mazda hatchback not stay open?
Worn lift supports could be the reason your hatchback won’t stay open. On manual hatchbacks, lift supports are designed to help drivers and passengers raise the hatchback from a closed to an open position with minimal lifting effort, and more importantly, to keep the hatchback in that upright position until sufficient force is applied to close it.
Why do you need lift supports on a hatchback?
On manual hatchbacks, lift supports are designed to help drivers and passengers raise the hatchback from a closed to an open position with minimal lifting effort, and more importantly, to keep the hatchback in that upright position until sufficient force is applied to close it.
Then what you will find is a vertical threaded rod (from the key mechanism) attached to a clip (in the latch mechanism). The handle mechanism pulls the rod ‘up’ to unlock the door (if it is working properly). If the rod does not move ‘up’ and inch or so, the latch will not release.
What to do if your back hatch won’t open?
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Why is the liftgate on my minivan not opening?
The power actuator moves the handle lock arm bar sideways and engages the outer latch release handle allowing you to open the liftgate. I tried to put an arrow on the diagram that shows where the corrosion (rust) builds up on the sliding lock arm bar.