51 16 239 Removing and installing/replacing lid on rear storage box

Necessary preliminary tasks:

If necessary, remove eject box from storage box lid (See 84 11 519 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING EJECT BOX )

Open lid (1) and release screws (2) on bearing (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Open Lid & Release Screws On Bearing

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NOTE: Wire (3) of dia. 1.9 mm and approx. 60 mm in length is required.

Open lid (1) approx. 150 mm.

Slide wire (3) in to bore (2) and release lid (1).

Fig 2: Sliding Wire In To Bore & Releasing Lid

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IMPORTANT:

Risk of damage!

Lid (3) must neither be completely open nor opened further. Wire (4) must remain in lid (2).

In this position, unclip lid (3) with bearings (2) in direction of arrow out of mountings (1).

If necessary, disconnect plug connections from additional equipment.

Fig 3: Uncliping Lid With Bearings

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Installation:

Do not pull out wire (4).

If necessary, turn shaft at square with open-end wrench upwards slightly and slide wire (4) into bore.

If necessary, replace defective bearings (2).

Attach left/right bearings (2) correctly to shaft (1).

Opening on bearing (2) points downwards slightly.

Tighten screws (5) after fitting lid to specified torque.

Tightening torque 51 16 13AZ. (See BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES article)

Fig 4: Attaching Left/Right Bearings To Shaft

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