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Hoppo125



Member Since: 17 Sep 2020
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Tailgate earth strap

Hi all. I've just noticed the corroded/broken earth strap on the tailgate o/s hinge. Everything still works, so is this just a back up earth?
Thanks
Alan

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Post #399255 2nd Nov 2020 4:38 pm
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MotionInc



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Canada 2008 LR2 i6 SE Auto Tambora Flame

I cleaned mine up and reinstalled it a few months back; I'd suggest replacing it, it's there for a reason. Make sure you keep it around the same length and configuration.
Post #399264 2nd Nov 2020 5:24 pm
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Hoppo125



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Yep, if you've got it as well, it must be standard and there for a reason. It's on the list of jobs to do.
Post #399280 2nd Nov 2020 10:04 pm
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3landertwo



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The reason its there is ....... besides the high level brake lamp, the tailgate opening switch ........... its the HEATED REAR WINDOW that pulls maximum current.
Post #399300 3rd Nov 2020 9:09 am
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Carel Kriek



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South Africa 2013 Freelander 2 SD4 HSE Auto Orkney Grey

....and the rear windscreen wiper motor. 2013 SD4 SE (hers)
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Post #399303 3rd Nov 2020 9:51 am
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Hoppo125



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I've managed to bodge the current strap and ordered a new one. Found a mention on another thread that it's to give additional earth as earth through the hinge may be inconsistent when well greased, which makes sense.
Post #399350 4th Nov 2020 3:33 pm
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