51 24 147 Replace button for tailgate activation

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Special tools required:

00 9 327

Attention!

Disassembly of the button is not possible without destroying it.

To avoid water ingress, the button must be replaced every time after disassembly.

Place special tool 00 9 327 at areas (A) between tailgate and button (1).

Destroy retaining tabs (2) in areas (A) by striking special tool 00 9 327 .

Pull out button (1) from latch mechanisms (2) in area (B).

Disconnect associated plug connections and remove button (1).

Installation note:

Check tailgate for damage, touch up if required.

Perform function check with tailgate open.

Fig 1: Installing Special Tool (00 9 327)

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Version with rear view camera:

Remount the rear view camera . See 66 53 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) REVERSING CAMERA or 66 53 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) REVERSING CAMERA .