Found a broken wire in tailgate hinge !!!!!!

Finally, something obvious !!!! In the driver's side tailgate hinge of
my 1989 245 there is a solid black wire and what appears to be a small
bundle of wires passing through. The solid black wire is completely
severed and I noticed that the high level brake light flickers
sometimes when the tailgate is being opened and closed. What does the
solid black wire go to and how should I approach the flickering high
level brake light? How do I take the tailgate off and apart if that is
what's needed?

I love this group almost as much as I love my Volvo!

Danny

 

This is probably the single most common problem that occurs on 240 wagons.
To fix it, remove the rear dome light and handle, pull the rear edge of the
headliner off the lip, then mark the position of the hinges with a dry erase
marker and while two helpers hold the hatch, remove the gas shocks and then
remove the two bolts from each side that hold the hinges to the roof. Set
the tailgate on a padded surface and remove the hinges and upholstery panel.
You should be able to pull the new wiring harnesses (available online) in
with the old ones.

 

What you found is a broken ground wire the hinge is held on by 4 bolts or 3
bolts & a screw support the tailgate then remove the headliner just to gain
access to the mounting hardware then do the same on the tailgate remove the
mounting hardware you can attempt to repair the broken ground or you can
just replace the hinge if you opt for replacement try your local Volvo
dealer or IPD to see which has the better price
Glenn

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"*-344-*Never Forgotten"
Is for the New York City Firemen who lost their lives on September 11,2001.
The official count is 343, but there was also a volunteer who lost his life
aiding in the initial rescue efforts. And I will never forget them as long
as I live,
nor should any American.
"Mow Green"

 

Thanks Much Guys!!!