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Old 05-24-2005, 02:08 PM
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Default Lubricant for Door Hinge? G 052 778 A2

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My driver door is squeaking after a long 1500 mile trip. Bentley says use lubricant G 052 778 A2. The dealer is out of stock. He says it is a spray. Does anyone know exactly what it is so I can pick it up at a local part store?
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WD-40? Seems to be my tech's favorite tool.
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Default I have used Mobil 1 synthetic grease...works for me>>>

and does not wash out...just a little messy to apply..that's all
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white lithium grease is probably okay to use as well.
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Not on the door hinges. WD-40 will clean off all the old lube, and when it evaporates, will leave a perfectly unlubricated hinge.

I use white lithium grease.
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I figured white lithium or WD-40 would wash off when driving in rain.
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Default white lithium is one of the strongest against the elements...if applied>>>>

to a fairly clean surface..apply to the hinge, and open and close door several times..it will be fine.
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Will Do!
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yup. always good to have a tube around for other stuff like swaybar bushings.
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Thats another thing, do all TTs click when you turn the steering? My dealer said it was normal.


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