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51 16 248 Removing and installing/replacing lock on rear storage box

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release expansion rivets (1).

Pull up cover (2) slightly and unclip in upward direction.

Fig 1: Releasing Expansion Rivets
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Installation: 

Following parts of cover (3) must not be damaged or missing:

  1. Catches
  2. Mounts for expansion rivet
Fig 2: Identifying Mounts For Expansion Rivet & Catches
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Release spring washer (1) and pull out pin with spring washer (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Spring Washer
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Release screws (1) on lock (2).

Feed out lock (2).

Installation: 

If necessary, press lock (2) to right (3) and tighten screws (1).

Make sure lock (2) is correctly seated on servomotor.

Fig 4: Identifying Screws On Lock
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