Installing

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NOTE:

A new lid lock is always delivered with the release cable -2- installed.

Fig 1: Lid Lock. With Components

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-- Install the lid latch -1- in the lock carrier -arrow a-.

-- Connect the harness connector -7- for the engine hood contact switch depending on the optional equipment.

-- Bolt tightening specification -4- : 12 Nm

-- Bolt tightening specification -6- : 12 Nm

-- Push the caps -5- onto the bolts -4- -arrows b-.

-- Install the release cable -2- in the release cable coupling RELEASE CABLE, DISCONNECTING .

-- Adjust the latch. Refer to HOOD LATCH, ADJUSTING .

Before closing the hood, test the function of the release lever and release cable.