51 24 100 Removing and installing/replacing rear lid lock

Necessary preliminary tasks

Left side:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Disconnect plug connection (2) on rear lid lock (4).

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 24 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Lid Lock, Plug Connections, And Screws

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Right side:

Disconnect plug connection (1) on rear lid lock (3).

Disconnect plug connections (2).

Release screws (4) and fold rear lid lock down (3) slightly.

Tightening torque 51 24 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Lid Lock, Plug Connections, And Screws

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Unclip holder (1) with screwdriver (2).

Unhook Bowden cable (4) from lever (3).

Remove rear lid lock (5).

Fig 3: Unclipping Holder With Screwdriver And Unhooking Bowden Cable From Lever

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