Complaint • The flush-mounted door handle could jam when it is pulled out and may move in a jerky manner...
Mercedes-Benz technical service bulletin LI72.10-P-074316 for 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450, 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4matic and 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4matic and others.
- Bulletin number
- LI72.10-P-074316
- Component
- Latches/locks/linkages
- Summary
- Complaint • The flush-mounted door handle could jam when it is pulled out and may move in a jerky manner when doing so. • In the area of the paneling section of the door, paint damage could be present (picture 1) and/or an abrasion point could be present at the door handle (picture 2) Cause The door handle could be misaligned in the y direction and/or the z direction (picture 3); as a result, the door handle could brush the door at the paneling section of the door. Remedy 1.) Loosen screws from bearing bracket (picture 4, step 1). 2.) Remove bearing bracket (see picture 4, step 2) from door. 31.10.2022 11:14:46 RROWELL © Copyright Mercedes-Benz AG Page 2 / 6 • The door handle must be in pulled-in position. • Open the affected door and push the door lock's rotary tumbler into the main catch. • Lock the vehicle using the transmitter key so that the door handle is pulled in. • Detach plug connector from bearing bracket (center slot). 3.) Paint over paint damage at door paneling (see picture 1) according to manufacturer specifications, using spot repair procedure if necessary. 4.) Loosen old assembly frame (picture 5, step 3). • The assembly frame is bonded. • Remove adhesive residue at front door. • Bonding surfaces must be free of dust, oil, grease, wax, dirt residues and other adhesive components. Otherwise, this can lead to bonding problems. • See "Parts" for part number of cleaning agent. 5.) Position new assembly frame (picture 5, step 3) at door. • Remove protective film of tape at assembly frame beforehand. • The assembly frame (picture 5, step 3) must have the same clearance all around the flange. 6.) Replace door handle, if an abrasion point (picture 2) is present.
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