51 23 100 Removing and installing/replacing right engine hood/bonnet lock

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NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see MAINTENANCE & GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS - 545i (4.4L) E60/N62 .

Special Tools Required:

00 9 317

Unclip coupling (1) with special tool 00 9 317 from side panel.

Lever out cover (2) at coupling (1).

Lever Bowden cable (3) out of coupling (1).

NOTE: The operation "Disconnect pull cable for hood/bonnet locks" ends here.

Fig 1: View Of Coupling And Bowden Cable

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Release Bowden cable (1) from holder (2).

Fig 2: Locating Bowden Cable And Holder

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Release screws (1).

Feed out hood/bonnet lock (2) in direction of arrow.

Tightening torque, refer to 51 23 2AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 545I (4.4L) E60 .

Fig 3: Identifying Hood/Bonnet Lock Retaining Screws

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Disengage Bowden cable (1) in direction of arrow from hood/bonnet lock (2).

Fig 4: View Of Bowden Cable

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