51 24 105 Removing and installing/replacing rear lid lock

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove TOP COVER FROM TAIL PANEL

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unhook Bowden cable (2) on tailgate lock (3).

Fig 1: Tailgate Lock, Bowden Cable And Plug Connection

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Disconnect associated plug connection and release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 51 24 1 AZ .

Feed out rear lid lock (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Pulling Rear Lid Lock

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Installation note:

Perform a function check of tailgate lock with the tailgate open.

Concluding tasks:

ADJUST REAR LID LOCK