51 24 130 Removing and installing/replacing striker for rear lid lock

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim on rear apron. See 51 46 050 Removing and installing/replacing top trim on rear apron .

Release screws (1).

Remove striker for rear lid lock (2) (lower section of rear lid lock).

Installation:

Adjust rear lid lock .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Lid Lock And Screws

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IMPORTANT: Striker and rear lid lock must not be greased.