51 24 120 Removing and installing/replacing left or right lock for rear lid lower section

Release screws (1) on drive (2).

Fig 1: Releasing Screws

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Unfasten plug connection (1).

Fig 2: Removing Drive

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Lever out Bowden cable (2) from right lock and (3) from left lock and remove drive (4).

Fig 3: Removing Lock

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Unclip Bowden cable (1) from holders (2).

Release screws (4) and remove left or right lock (5).

Installation:

Lay Bowden cable (1) under cable (3).

Installation:

Bowden cable (1) must engage correctly in lock (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Bowden Cable

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