51 24 120 Removing and installing/replacing left or right lock for rear lid lower section

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Remove trim for rear lid lower section. See 51 49 090 Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim For Rear Lid Lower Section .

Release screws (1) on drive (2).

Fig 1: Removing Screws On Drive (2)

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Unfasten plug connection (1).

Lever out Bowden cable (2) from right lock and (3) from left lock and remove drive (4).

Fig 2: Removing Drive (4)

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Unclip Bowden cable (1) from holders (2).

Release screws (4) and remove left or right lock (5).

Installation:

Lay Bowden cable (1) under cable (3).

Fig 3: Uncliping Bowden Cable From Holders (2)

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Installation:

Bowden cable (1) must engage correctly in lock (2).

Fig 4: Engaging Bowden Cable (1) In Lock (2)

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