Re: Popped Hatch Hinges

Sep 13, 2006 2 Replies


Is this a minor


> repair that I might perform using larger machine bolts or should I
> take it into a Ford dealer to see what they might be able to do? >
> Many thanks.
>
> The Ranger

Peter Cooper answered in message news: snipped-for-privacy@corp.supernews.com after I asked:

I took it in today and the service bay drone wanted to write up a ticket for runing a "diagnostic" to verify there was indeed a problem. Hello?! The hinges are lifted up off the chasis and pulling away, easily -- easily -- viewable without having to diagnose anything. A quick lift of the back window will also show just how precarious this is... I'll probably eat my pride and bring it back for that diagnostic.

BTW: Thanks for the idea. I'll be sure to mention it on the return trip.

The Ranger

There was a recall on my '94 that fixed this problem. Be sure there's not a recall before paying any $.

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