51 23 110 Removing and installing/replacing left hood/bonnet lock

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Unclip coupling (1) from side panel.

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

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

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

Fig 1: Identifying Hood/Bonnet Lock Coupling, Cover And Cable

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 23 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Hood/Bonnet Lock Screws

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NOTE: Attachment parts are shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Feed out hood/bonnet lock (1) through opening (2) towards rear.

Fig 3: Identifying Hood/Bonnet Lock And Opening

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NOTE: Attachment parts are shown removed for purposes of clarity.

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

Fig 4: Disengaging Bowden Cable From Engine Hood Lock

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