51 23 110 Removing and installing/replacing left engine compartment lid lock

Necessary preliminary Work (F23 and F33 only): 

• Remove left FRONT-END STRUT 

Detach plug connection (1) by twisting from catch carrier.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2) and feed out engine compartment lid lock (3).

Tightening torque: 51 23 1AZ .

Fig 1: Detaching Plug Connection

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Unclip grommet (1).

Unhook Bowden cable (2) from engine compartment lid lock (3).

Fig 2: Removing Bowden Cable From Engine Compartment Lid Lock

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