51 23 110 Removing and installing/replacing left hood/bonnet lock

Release screw (1).

Feed out expansion tank (2) and lay to one side.

Release screws (4) and feed out hood/bonnet lock (3).

Tightening torque 51 23 3AZ. 

Fig 1: Identifying Expansion Tank And Screws

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Disengage Bowden cable (1) in direction of arrow from hood/bonnet lock (2).

Fig 2: Disengaging Bowden Cable In Direction Of Arrow From Hood/Bonnet Lock

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