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

Screw connection only: 

Release screws (1) on engine compartment lid (2).

Unhook Bowden cables (4) from release element (3).

Remove release element (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Bowden Cable, Engine Compartment Lid, Element And Screws

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Riveting: 

Drill off blind rivets (1).

Unhook Bowden cables (2) from release element (3).

Remove release element (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Blind Rivets, Bowden Cables And Release Element

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