Not connected them up yet, the loom from Kufatec doesn't come with that bit. Looking at the drawings it's simple to do using a standard relay.
Retrofitting powered Tailgate
Hey Mr @Robert
Bloody top mod, as per usual with you lol BTW, whats the connector part way down the strut harness for, it almost looks like a nipple for a pipe but that would be silly lol
Did you get yours connected so it utilises the factory parking sensors then?
I'm tempted to have a go at this mod, especially as you have managed to do this without damaging/whacking the oem tailgate
So, guess you still need to cut the tailgate out as per Mr Deaky's pics even with your brackets? I've had a look but cant see any tailgate mod pics of your van
ta mister, me!
Bloody Volkswagen, they really did their homework properly to make sure that electric tailgate retrofit is not going to be possible with non electric (7E0) tailgate. There is literally few extra mm of space required to accommodate electric drives (struts/rams).
There might be other ways to achieve the final result successfully but I decided to proceed with my own brackets and unavoidable modification to the tailgate.
So, yes you are correct, you need these brackets and you need to cut tailgate.
russters
VCDS User
OK I've bought the chinese complete kit and installed it, it works well but not perfect think i need the correct hinges to help
called my local dealer and they want £80 anyone got a supplier who can get them 1 x Hinge 7E5827302a 28,24 EUR
1 x Hinge 7E5827301a 28,24 EUR
where did you get those hinges just called my local dealer and they are quoting £80+vat for the pair
called my local dealer and they want £80 anyone got a supplier who can get them 1 x Hinge 7E5827302a 28,24 EUR
1 x Hinge 7E5827301a 28,24 EUR
My part list including my purchase prices:
1 x Tailgate switch 7E0959831WHS 16,36 EUR
1 x Control Unit 7E0959107A 154,44 EUR or any similar i.e. 7N0959107G (whichever is cheaper)
2 x Electric Drive 7E5827851C 533,52 EUR
1 x Hinge 7E5827302 28,24 EUR
1 x Hinge 7E5827301 28,24 EUR
2 x Stud 7E5827439 2,70 EUR
1 x Alarm/Beeper 8E0919279 18,74 EUR
1 x Drivers door switch 7E5959831CREH 16,36 EUR
1 x Trim for drivers door switch 7E59595279B9 9,36 EUR
1 x Wiring loom by Kufatec 160,00 EUR
4 x Hex Socket Countersunk bolt 10.9 M8 x 16mm 0,90 EUR
Total of €968 = £850
plus home made
2 x bottom bracket (2 x steel flat bar & 2 x M8 nut & 2 x existing tailgate stud)
Also tailgate power latching and 3 button key fob are required (I had both already).
Before you consider to upgrade your key fob check this out
where did you get those hinges just called my local dealer and they are quoting £80+vat for the pair
russters
VCDS User
or an
the Chinese kit seems to work and fit without modification, but not consistent at the moment not sure if it's down to the incorrect hinges or the lightweight tailgate not having glass or a wiper motor as it opens ok but doesn't quite close consistently......... watch this space
Perhaps??? ---> Rear Door Closing
You can buy here ---> VOLKSWAGEN genuine spare parts shop with part number and catalogue
If you use GB(EU) VAT number you can also avoid paying 19% German tax but only until the Brexit.
I am not sure what kind of configuration is possible with your kit.
But to open and close the tailgate with the remote on the VW OEM setup you just need to apply the following adaptations to your tailgate control module.
russters
VCDS User
Hinges ordered thanks, hopefully that will assist the operation of the system.
I'll post complete info once completed.
You need to apply these adaptations ---> Retro fitting powered Tailgate???
By the way, do you have tailgate switch on the drivers door? If so would you mind to confirm what functionality it has in the following 4 scenarios.
1 - opening with a short/quick pull
2 - opening with a long pull
3 - closing with a short/quick pull
4 - closing with a long pull
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russters
VCDS User
think it has to be VCDS
What was the kit like to fit,
Are the instructors easy to follow and do you need power latching.
@BeePee anything?
russters
VCDS User
HI the kit was delivered with chinese instructions and a link to even more chinese instructions, I emailed them and they sent me instructions for a T5 and said it was the same so I managed to find them somewhere for the T6 but still a bit different in the wiring so still a bit unsure and will post full details when I get it fully working, hinges should arrive next week and hopefully get them fitted at the weekend and finish the job off.
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