51 24 133 Removing and installing/replacing drive for Soft Close Automatic on rear lid (soft closure aid)

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove TRIM FOR REAR LID LOWER SECTION .

Security vehicles:

Remove rear lid lower section armour-plating

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2) and feed out bracket (3).

Tightening torque 51 24 5AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection, Bracket And Screws

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 24 4AZ .

Unfasten cable tie (2).

Remove soft closure aid (3) from bracket (4).

Installation:

Adjust REAR LID LOCK .

Fig 2: Identifying Soft Closure Aid, Bracket, Cable Tie And Screws

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