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

Remove rear window wiper motor, refer to 61 62 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR WINDOW WIPER MOTOR .

Disconnect plug connection (2).

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

Fig 1: Disconnect Plug Connection & Remove Rear Lid Lock

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

Fig 2: Disconnect Emergency Actuating Mechanism

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Installation: 

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