51 24 130 Removing and installing/replacing striker for rear lid lock

Open tailgate.

Remove trim panel. Refer to 51 49 005 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR LOWER TRUNK LID (TAILGATE) .

Remove Torx screws (1) securing striker.

Tightening torque, refer to 51 24 2AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - COOPER (1.6L) R50/W10 .

Remove striker (2).

Fig 1: Removing Torx Screws Securing Striker

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