51 24 100 Removing and installing/replacing tailgate lock

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim for rear lid. See 51 49 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING TRIM FOR REAR LID .

Version with reversing camera:

Remove REVERSING CAMERA

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Release screws.

Tightening torque 51 24 1AZ .

Feed out rear lid lock.

Fig 1: Locating Tailgate Lock Screws

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Installation note:

Perform function check with tailgate open.