Removing right rear module bracket

Preliminary work

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Remove the module bracket rearward .

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Unclip the vehicle wiring harness (2) on the module bracket with a suitable special tool from set of special tools 0 493 752 (00 9 329) .
Detach the rubber grommet of the Bowden cable for the door handle (3).

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Release nuts (1).

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Loosen screws (1).

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Open the bayonet closures (1) by twisting and remove the module bracket (2).
When doing so, feed out the Bowden cable for the door handle (3) from the module bracket (2).

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NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.

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