Thread: '04 Coupe Liftgate lock failure
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Old Jun 28, 2015 | 04:33 PM
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Default Re: '04 Coupe Liftgate lock failure
Originally Posted by Black_X_Fire_04
Yes I have resolved the issue! It was rather simple. I removed the line by slicing it with a sharp blade and peeling it off the barbed fittings. After I removed the interior panels. I scoured the Mercedes forum looking for the actual tube used (in bulk) because there was no way I was paying 200 plus dollars for the cheap plastic tube from the dealer. You can find the tube here: Auto Parts at AutohausAZ - OEM Auto Parts - Discount Replacement Parts, Resources and Car Care Tips. Search for part number: 0001581435. I ordered 3 meters for under 10 bucks, right on! All you will need to install is a heat gun and some time. Reply if you have any further questions. I'll check to see if I have any photos of the tear down. Cheers!
The number you give is a Mercedes part number 000 158 14 35 and if you ordered it from the dealer that is probably what you would get, $200 or not.

Another member here some years ago replaced all of the lines in his car and advised us to use something else, a different material altogether. If I recall correctly he worked in that business and wondered why they had used a material that failed so often. The material was OK for static use but could not take the flexing at the hatch. I'll see if I can find the post it was in.
 
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