Tourer tailgate opening switch intermittent

[goltho]

This includes the dash switch at the bottom of the driver's side A-pillar as well as the tailgate and rear window switches. It all usually works for a couple of days then packs up for another day or two, rinse and repeat.

I've not had a chance yet to test the dash switch but even if it's faulty, that wouldn't prevent the on-board rear switches from operating. Any common issues I should know about? Thanks.

Dougie.

[trikey]

A break in the wiring where the loom enters the main shell at the top of the tailgate is usually the cause of this.

You might be lucky and just have corrosion in the connector behind the tailgate glass trim though.

[al_dente]

I have a tailgate wiring harness in my garage somewhere. I bought it for my old tourer that had a similar issue, but never got round to fitting it.

PM me if you're interested.

[goltho]

Originally Posted by al_dente

I have a tailgate wiring harness in my garage somewhere. I bought it for my old tourer that had a similar issue, but never got round to fitting it.

PM me if you're interested.

Thanks very much for that. I'll be on it over the weekend so depending on what I find, I'll get back to you.

[Typhoon190]

Hello Dougie.

Did you ever find the issue with the tailgate wiring by any chance?

Thanks.

Ben.

[goltho]

Originally Posted by Typhoon190

Hello Dougie.

Did you ever find the issue with the tailgate wiring by any chance?

Thanks.

Ben.

I replied before noticing that this is an old thread of mine regarding the tailgate front switch. In fact, I posted a new thread a couple of days ago about an intermittent Tailgate Not Closed warning light which has just started, so my original reply to you here a few minutes ago would have made no sense!

I did fix it but I just can't recall the solution. I'll try & remember & update. Thanks.

Dougie