Tailgate wont open

Tailgate wouldn't open either! 

Terrific post. Solved my problem of a locked tailgate. The solenoid was over-reaching. After opening it, greasing etc., as per your post, it occasionally still stuck. The plastic in the lock assembly seems to be flexing (old age I guess), allowing it to over-shoot and move a little off line. I used a cable-tie as a stop to prevent the solenoid moving too far. Put it in place as shown in the photos and apply a little super glue. I've had no problems since.

It's good to know that there's someone else out there who's prepared to try and repair rather than replace - good job! My tailgate lock has been fine now for almost a Year - so much so that I've forgotten about it and don't get that "I wonder if..." feeling any more! But... if it start playing up again I'll look into the cable tie fix first! Thanks, Symes.

great post , I have a problem with the fuel filler flap motor on my 2003 V70 not working and am planning to take this apart to see if I can make it work again rather than buying a new one , will post photos if successful .

My fuel filler flap has never worked, but I never bothered trying to fix it. Post back it you make progress, I'll help if I can.

You mentioned fuses and relays that should be checked before taking the car apart. Where are these located? All of the fuses under the hood up front seem to be in good shape. Is there another box somewhere that contains the rear actuator relay?

There is another set of fuses in the rear of the car on the rear electrical module, this is located behind the trim on the left side of the luggage area on a RHD car.

Broken wires running to tailgate lock actuator