51 23 101 Removing and installing/replacing left active engine compartment lid lock

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect NEGATIVE TERMINAL
Remove SIDE ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID GASKET MOUNTING in working area

Remove all screws (1) at join (2) from engine compartment lid door lock to center of vehicle; slacken remaining screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 61 6AZ .

NOTE: Connection (2) does not have to be removed.

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Compartment Lid Lock Screws And Connection

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

Tightening torque 51 23 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Compartment Lid Lock And Screws

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NOTE: Shown removed here for purposes of clarity.

Disengage, unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) at lock carrier.

Disconnect Bowden cable (2).

Feed engine compartment lock (3) towards front/top.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connections, Bowden Cable And Engine Compartment Lock

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