Removing the tailgate lock

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVING THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT REMOVABLE PANEL .
• Refer to REMOVING THE LOADING EDGE TRIM .

• Loosen screws (1).
• Disconnect plug connection (2).
• Detach the cable (3).
• Remove trunk lid lock (4).

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