5124050 Removing and installing/replacing lock element (lock cylinder) for rear lid

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Except E93:

Remove PANEL FOR REAR LID

NOTE: The mechanical lock cylinder is omitted as from 09/2008.

NOTE: Description is shown on the E90 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.

E93 only:

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

Fig 1: Removing Clips And Cover

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Unclip cover (1) in outward direction.

Fig 2: Removing 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.

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

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

Tighten down screws (4).

Tightening torque 51 24 3AZ .

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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