51 24 105 Removing and installing/replacing tailgate lock

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TOP COVER FROM TAIL PANEL

Removal:

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 24 1AZ .

Version with Automatic Soft Close system only:

Unclip Bowden cable (2) from tailgate lock counter support, then feed out Bowden cable nipple from fixture on tailgate lock (3).

Feed out tailgate lock (1).

Unlock plug connections (4) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Bowden Cable, Tailgate Lock And Plug Connection

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Installation:

Connect and lock the plug connections (4).

Feed in tailgate lock (1).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 24 1AZ .

Version with Automatic Soft Close system only:

Feed Bowden cable nipple into fixture on tailgate lock (3), then clip Bowden cable (2) into tailgate lock counter support.

Fig 2: Identifying Bowden Cable, Tailgate Lock And Plug Connection
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Installation note:

Perform a function check of tailgate lock with the tailgate open.

Required follow-up work:

Mount TOP TRIM ON TAIL PANEL