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

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Partially remove REAR SPARE WHEEL WELL TRIM PANEL (rear expanding rivets).

Unclip (2) drive (3).

Disconnect plug connection (1) and disengage at lock actuator.

Fig 1: Identifying Drive, Plug Connection And Clips

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Disengage Bowden cable at counter support (1) and lock lever (2) of luggage compartment lock (rear lid, top).

Fig 2: Identifying Bowden Cable Counter Support And Lock Lever

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Installation:

Perform function check with lower rear lid open.