51 24 050 Removing and installing/replacing lock (locking cylinder) for trunk lid set

Unfasten cable tie and disconnect plug connection.

Fig 1: Unfastening Cable Tie And Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Lift out actuating rod (1).

Fig 2: Lifting Out Actuating Rod

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Unfasten nut and remove connection (2).

Installation:

Check that actuating rod (1) is correctly seated.

Locking section (2) must be fitted to center of body aperture.

Installation:

Perform function check with trunk lid open.

Only replace:

Remove clip (1) lift out bracket (2) and remove micro-switch (3).

Fig 3: Removing Clip And Lift Out Bracket

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