51 24 050 Removing and installing/replacing lock element (lock cylinder) for rear lid

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Except E93: 

• Remove Panel For Rear Lid 

E93 only: 

Release clips (1) and feed out left cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Identifying Clips And Cover

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Unclip cover (1) in outward direction.

Fig 2: Identifying Cover

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Disconnect Bowden cable (1).

Insert 2 mm dia. punch into hole (A) and press down catch (3).

Turn lock (2) counterclockwise through 90° and remove punch.

Release screws (4) and remove lock element (5) inwards.

Installation: 

Position lock element (5) on rear lid and secure with screws (4).

Turn lock (2) 90° to right.

Press lock element (5) on rear lid until seal is correctly positioned.

Tighten down screws (2).

For tightening torque refer to 51 24 3AZ in 51 24 REAR LID LOCKS .

Fig 3: Identifying Bowden Cable, Catch, Screws, Lock Element And Lock

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Installation: 

Seal (1) on lock element (2) must not be damaged.

Perform function check with rear lid open.

Fig 4: Identifying Seal And Lock Element

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