51 23 201 Removing and installing/replacing release mechanism for retaining hook on engine compartment lid (X6 2015-2019)

Screw connection only: 

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

Unhook Bowden cables (4) from release element (3).

Remove release element (3).

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Riveting: 

Drill off blind rivets (1).

Unhook Bowden cables (2) from release element (3).

Remove release element (3).

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