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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TRIM STRIP FROM REAR LID CENTRE SECTION

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 24 02AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Strip Screws

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Installation:

Press counter-supports (1) at back to prevent accompanying rotation.

Fig 2: Pressing Counter-Supports

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Unclip Bowden cable sleeve (1).

Feed out Bowden cable nipple in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Feeding Out Bowden Cable Nipple

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Installation:

Make sure Bowden cable (1) is correctly positioned in rear lid.

Lay Bowden cable (1) without kinks.

Fig 4: Identifying Bowden Cable

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Installation:

Perform function check with rear lid open.