51 23 201 Removing and installing/replacing release mechanism for catch on engine compartment lid

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Unhook Bowden cable (1) from striker (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Bowden Cables And Striker

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Press catches (1) together.

Feed out release mechanism (2).

Installation:

Make sure Bowden cable is in correct position in area (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Bowden Cable Installation Area, Release Mechanism And Catches

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