51 24 130 Removing and installing/replacing striker for tailgate lock

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove cover from top tail panel. See 51 46 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TOP COVER ON TAIL PANEL .

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 24 3AZ .

Remove striker (1) for rear lid lock.

Installation note:

Adjust rear lid lock. See 51 24 004 ADJUSTING REAR LID LOCK .

Fig 1: Identifying Striker For Rear Lid Lock

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IMPORTANT: Striker and tailgate lock must not be greased.