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25th Mar 2018 1:47 pm
dgardel
Member Since: 03 Nov 2009
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HWN wrote:
Hi,
I've searched quite a few threads but can't find one that matches my problem, which is: the upper tailgate won't open with the switch. The only way to open it is to use the boot-release on the key fob.
The tailgate stopped responding to the switch a week or so ago - not so much as a noise when pressed. I have replaced the switch with one soldered into the existing loom. It definitely goes short-circuit when pressed and shorting the wires doesn't result in anything either.
It seems to point to a problem in the loom but are these known to have a problem? They are only a couple of pieces of wire. Weary experience with LR products means it wouldn't surprise me if the switch goes off to a computer to ask permission to open it, rather than just activating the solenoid locally!
Are the three Torx screws on the underside of the tailgate near the switch supposed to do anything? They turn and turn without any effect.
Finally, is the status of the switch something reported to a computer/CAN bus tool?
My wife finds it very annoying so, of course, it is my highest priority task of the weekend.
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26th Mar 2018 8:56 am
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7th Apr 2018 10:41 am
Algar
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I have exactly the same problem. I replaced the switch still no joy. Only way I can open the upper tailgate is with the fob and the lower tailgate works perfectly. I am guessing broken wire between the switch and actuator. I would appreciate any suggestions.
HWN, did you manage to fix yours?
10th Dec 2020 7:00 am
Gazb
Member Since: 14 Apr 2021
Location: West Yorkshire
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Hi, I believe you need to remove the fault code 👍🏻
14th Apr 2021 6:47 pm
MatelotBoy1
Member Since: 30 Aug 2021
Location: Merkelbeek
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upper tailgate
Hi all, I too have exactly the same problem, nothing from the switch but the key fob works perfectly.
Did anyone get a solution to this issue?
I have a feeling it's to do with the actuator in the lower tailgate for some random reason.
TIA
6th Sep 2021 6:11 am
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I had the same. It turned out to be the actuator although logically it didn't make sense. Easy job. Less than an hour to replace.New Defender L663 110 SE (known as Noddy!)
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6th Sep 2021 7:19 am
MatelotBoy1
Member Since: 30 Aug 2021
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Thanks Moo, you're right, does not make sense at all, but looks like I will replacing the actuator very soon as SWMBO is giving me no end of earache!
10th Sep 2021 5:47 am
Ali1971
Member Since: 13 Jun 2016
Location: Dalgety Bay
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Looking like mine is knackered as well . Slow to release etc. where did you purchase the actuator from take a punt on eBay or one of the site sponsor ?
7th Feb 2022 3:27 pm
Ali1971
Member Since: 13 Jun 2016
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Took a punt in EBay as boot was getting to the not opening at all stage. Replaced actuator and all good 👍🏻
12th Feb 2022 5:00 pm
jazzdog
Member Since: 23 Feb 2014
Location: graz
Posts: 5
Part number
Hallo together…i do have the same problem since some weeks - first started sporadically with disfunction - now dead (no raction at the tailgate switch - but with the fob the door opens reliable - till now)…so my question: whats the part number of the actuator you all replaced? FUG500010 ? Is it a good idea to change this part without checking any other options? ThX for you opions and helping me
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