51 23 212 Removing and installing/replacing cable for front engine compartment lid locks (in passenger compartment)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disengage cable (1) at lever (2).

If necessary, disengage cable (1) at guide clips up to bulkhead.

Fig 1: Identifying Cable And Lever

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Lever out coupling (1) and open.

Disengage cable (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Coupling And Cable

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Feed cable (1) out of front bulkhead (2).

Feed cable (1) with grommet (3) out of rear bulkhead.

Installation note:

Make sure grommet (3) is correctly seated on rear bulkhead.

Fig 3: Identifying Cable, Front Bulkhead And Grommet

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