Removing lid lock

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Remove lower rear lid trim. →
- 70 - INTERIOR TRIM
- 70 - INTERIOR TRIM for BODY INTERIOR - CABRIOLET

Fig 1: Lid Lock Remove/Install Components

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Disengage actuating link - 6 - , for this purpose press expanding clip - 5 - from operating lever.
Disengage operating rod - 1 - to actuator, for this purpose turn hinge arm - 7 - clockwise and remove operating rod.
Remove nuts - 2 - and - 4 - and remove rear lid lock - 3 -.
Tightening torque: 21 Nm

Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.