Retrofit release lever - AN31.11-P-8080-06M

Model 220 

1. Place retaining plate (1) on inside of left trunk lining.
2. Align retaining plate (1) according to dimensions in lower diagram.

   The upright bracket on the retaining plate (1) aligns with the overhanging profile of the trunk lining (see broken line in upper diagram).

3. Mark outline of retaining plate (1) on trunk lining and cut out.
   Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Plate And Retaining Plate Outline

   
4. Locate retaining plate (1) at a distance of 10 mm to the sheet panel (see lower figure) and clamp in place using a C-clamp.
5. Mark all four holes of the retaining plate (1) and drill to a dia. of 5 mm.
6. Treat drilled holes with anticorrosion agent.
7. Fasten retaining plate (1) with four flat-head rivets.

   Only use the rivets from the parts kit.

   Fig 2: Marking Retaining Plate Outline On Trunk Lining

   
8. Seal rivet heads inside the rain trough with body sealant.
   Fig 3: Sealing Rivet Heads Inside Rain

   
9. Pull out control cable (1c) as far as possible, insert into the recess (see arrow) in the release lever (A63) and press all the way down.
10. Place 3-pin connector from release switch connecting cable (1b) into left-hand chamber on end face of release lever (A63).
    Fig 4: Identifying Control Cable

    
    Fig 5: Identifying Switch Connecting Cable

    
11. Install left quarter panel in trunk.
12. Pass control cable (1c) and release switch connecting cable (1b) through the opening behind the quarter panel and fasten to existing cables.

    Ensure that the control cable (1c) and the release switch connecting cable (1b) are routed around the left tail lamp.

13. Fasten release lever (A63) to retaining plate with three bolts.

    The transport lock on the swiveling ball neck can now be removed.

    Fig 6: Identifying Release Lever