51 24 145 Removing and installing/replacing button for rear lid actuation

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove PANEL FOR REAR LID

If necessary, disconnect plug connection in rear lid.

Move special tool 00 9 323 under front edge of button (1) and lever out button (1).

Pull button (1) out of rear lid (2).

Fig 1: Pulling Button Out Of Rear Lid

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Pull off clip (1) and remove microswitch (2). Pull off seal (3).

Installation:

Seal (3) must be undamaged and button must be correctly snapped into place.

Perform function check with trunk lid open.

Fig 2: Removing Microswitch

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