"How To" Adjust the boot light within the latch mechanism on 200/25/ZR/SW - MG-Rover.org Forums

HotTubRepairer · 31-10-2008, 14:00

Here's another little "How To" guide to a common problem.

If your boot light doesn't work when you open the hatchback this may be the answer to your problem...... but before you do this make sure that the bulb and the connections on the bulb holder are all ok.

Tools needed:

1x medium flat scredriver.

Step one:

Open the hatchback and at the bottom in the centre you'll see the locking mechanism covered by a plastic cover.

On the rear of the cover you'll see a small rectangular peg which holds the cover on, you can see it in the pic below.

Use the flat screwdriver to gently pull the cover away from the rectangular peg and then pull the cover down to remove it. Mine was a tight fit and I had to wiggle it slightly from side to side to remove it.

Once removed you'll see something like this. The arrow is pointing to the problem. This copper strip has bent out of position over time.

The easy way of bending it back into position is to use your screwdriver to close the mechanism (like it would be when the hatch has been shut). Insert the screwdriver into the mechanism and rotate it until it locks closed.

Now you can bend the copper strip, you need to bend it downwards in the direction of the arrow.

Don't bend it too far, this should be about enough for it to work.

Now press the silver button on the hatchback, the one that opens it and....... hey presto the contact should be made and the light should be on.

Now all you need to do is slide the plastic cover back over the locking mechanism and you're all done.

I hope that this little guide helps someone out and apologies for the poor pictures, the camera was on the wrong setting.

Any questions please post them on this thread or pm me.

Thanks,
Ian.

P.S: If your mechanism is making a good contact your problem might be due to a wiring fault, this is usually where the wiring enters the hatchback near the hinge. My wiring is begining to become damaged with the opening and closing of the boot so this will probably be the next "How To" unless it has already been done.

Richy · 31-10-2008, 15:00

You my friend are a legend. Rep for you.

HotTubRepairer · 31-10-2008, 15:08

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Originally Posted by Richy

You my friend are a legend. Rep for you.

No problem mate, my pleasure. Let me know how you get on.

Richy · 31-10-2008, 15:44

Sorted mate

give yourself a pat on the back from me!

HotTubRepairer · 31-10-2008, 15:58

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Originally Posted by Richy

Sorted mate

give yourself a pat on the back from me!

I'll just wait for you t buy me a beer.

Glad that you got it sorted mate. Was the guide ok or does anything need changing, adding or rewording to make it easier to understand?

Richy · 31-10-2008, 17:08

Made perfect sense mate. Job well done!

ROVER-25X · 31-10-2008, 17:54

Great guide mate, as always, them scales are top heavy now PMSL !!!

HotTubRepairer · 31-10-2008, 20:01

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Originally Posted by ROVER-25X

Great guide mate, as always, them scales are top heavy now PMSL !!!

Thanks mate.

Yeah the scales have been pressed a few times now.... I must be doing something right.

alan carter · 26-12-2008, 11:13

Hi i had this problum as well your guide was 100% thanks

eddiesolo · 26-12-2008, 11:51

Top guide.

Have to spread some love around first, before giving it to you...

But you have my respect.

Si

Dave882 · 29-12-2008, 16:31

Thank you for this information, excellent help.

My problem is slightly different. The boot warning light is staying on but the boot is closed properly. The boot used to pop open on bumps but I have had the boot lock reassembled a year or two ago and have no further problems with this.

Recently, however, the boot warning light remains on and on checking the boot I have noticed the boot light remains on even when closed. Is it possible that my problem is the reverse to the light not coming on? Should I adjust the contact the other way?

With thanks.

HotTubRepairer · 30-12-2008, 11:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave882

Thank you for this information, excellent help.

My problem is slightly different. The boot warning light is staying on but the boot is closed properly. The boot used to pop open on bumps but I have had the boot lock reassembled a year or two ago and have no further problems with this.

Recently, however, the boot warning light remains on and on checking the boot I have noticed the boot light remains on even when closed. Is it possible that my problem is the reverse to the light not coming on? Should I adjust the contact the other way?

With thanks.

It would be worth checking, use my pictures for reference when you have a look and if you're unsure post a pic of your mechanism. Also check the wiring where it enters the hatch near the hinge for any possible problems. Apologies for the short reply, I'm using a mobile phone to access the forum and it's a right pain.

Dave882 · 02-01-2009, 09:55

Thank you, I will have a look as mentioned and post a reply.

Dave882 · 06-01-2009, 13:36

I removed the cover and found a 1 inch brass bolt loose in the lock. I cannot see any which would suggest a missing bolt and can only assume that the bolt has been left in by other means, possibly when the garage rebuilt the lock. The boot light is off now and it will just be a case of following your instructions.

I could not repair the light this time as the 25 broke down. It is running again but the revs on idel are too high.

Once again thanks

HotTubRepairer · 07-01-2009, 17:17

No problem Dave, I'm glad that parts of the guide are useful for you, it makes the time spent making the guides seem much more worthwhile. If you need any help with anything you can contact me via pm. Cheers, Ian.

Waddum · 19-01-2009, 09:14

Simple and easy to follow so cheers for that - was really bugging me not having a light in the boot.

HotTubRepairer · 19-01-2009, 11:41

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Originally Posted by Waddum

Simple and easy to follow so cheers for that - was really bugging me not having a light in the boot.

It bugged me for ages too. I'm glad that you can understand it ok, it's sometimes not easy putting actions into words.

Cheers,
Ian.

jabin88 · 23-01-2009, 11:23

Hi,

worked great the bending costs some time but the rest is easy. You said to lock it first bij using the screwdriver before bending it but you forgot to mention how to unlock it in order to lock the boot when ready.

But other than that THANKYOU!!!

HotTubRepairer · 23-01-2009, 11:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by jabin88

Hi,

worked great the bending costs some time but the rest is easy. You said to lock it first bij using the screwdriver before bending it but you forgot to mention how to unlock it in order to lock the boot when ready.

But other than that THANKYOU!!!

Yes I did.

Just above Picture #8:

Quote:

Now press the silver button on the hatchback, the one that opens it and....... hey presto the contact should be made and the light should be on.

Glad you got it sorted.

jabin88 · 23-01-2009, 16:02

Im sorry your right i just pushed the block on the right up that also solved the problem.

29-12-2008, 16:31	#11
Dave882 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Liverpool Car: MG ZT and Rover 25 Impression Posts: 99	Boot warning light Thank you for this information, excellent help. My problem is slightly different. The boot warning light is staying on but the boot is closed properly. The boot used to pop open on bumps but I have had the boot lock reassembled a year or two ago and have no further problems with this. Recently, however, the boot warning light remains on and on checking the boot I have noticed the boot light remains on even when closed. Is it possible that my problem is the reverse to the light not coming on? Should I adjust the contact the other way? With thanks.

23-01-2009, 16:02	#20
jabin88 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Car: Rover 200 (95-99) 'Bubble Shape' Posts: 7	Im sorry your right i just pushed the block on the right up that also solved the problem. Last edited by jabin88; 20-11-2009 at 14:14.

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eddiesolo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: West Yorkshire Car: MAZDA BONGO! Posts: 12,396	Top guide. Have to spread some love around first, before giving it to you... But you have my respect. Si

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06-01-2009, 13:36	#14
Dave882 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Liverpool Car: MG ZT and Rover 25 Impression Posts: 99	I removed the cover and found a 1 inch brass bolt loose in the lock. I cannot see any which would suggest a missing bolt and can only assume that the bolt has been left in by other means, possibly when the garage rebuilt the lock. The boot light is off now and it will just be a case of following your instructions. I could not repair the light this time as the 25 broke down. It is running again but the revs on idel are too high. Once again thanks

07-01-2009, 17:17	#15
HotTubRepairer Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Lincolnshire Car: Astravan 165 Posts: 12,202	No problem Dave, I'm glad that parts of the guide are useful for you, it makes the time spent making the guides seem much more worthwhile. If you need any help with anything you can contact me via pm. Cheers, Ian.

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jabin88 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Car: Rover 200 (95-99) 'Bubble Shape' Posts: 7	Hi, worked great the bending costs some time but the rest is easy. You said to lock it first bij using the screwdriver before bending it but you forgot to mention how to unlock it in order to lock the boot when ready. But other than that THANKYOU!!!

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