51 23 215 Removing and installing/replacing cable for front hood/bonnet locks (in engine compartment) on right and left

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove both engine compartment lid catches. See REMOVING RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID LOCK  and REMOVING LEFT HOOD/BONNET LOCK .

Unclip coupling (1) from lock carrier (2).

Open coupling (1) and disengage cable (3).

If necessary, release cable (4) from retainers at lock carrier (2).

Feed out coupling (1) with cable (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Coupling, Lock Carrier, And Cables

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