51 24 110 Removing and installing/replacing lock for rear lid upper section

Remove rear window wiper motor. 61 61 270 REMOVING AND INSTALLING MOUNTING BRACKET WITH WIPER MOTOR .

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Release screws (1) and remove rear lid lock (3).

Fig 1: Removing Rear Lid Lock

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Unclip emergency actuating mechanism (1) from rear lid lock (2).

Installation: 

Adjust rear lid latch (striker) for upper section of rear lid lock.

Fig 2: Uncliping Emergency Actuating Mechanism From Rear Lid Lock

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