51 24 146 Removing and installing/replacing button for rear lid actuation

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with reversing camera:

Release and disconnect plug connection (1) at microswitch.

Slacken screws (2) until circlip (3) can be twisted.

Tightening torque 51 24 16AZ .

Turn circlip (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection At Microswitch

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Remove button (1) from tailgate (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Button From Tail

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Installation note:

Perform function check with tailgate open.

Replacement: