51 24 146 Removing and installing/replacing button for rear lid actuation

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release nuts (2) and remove button.

Tightening torque 51 24 13AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Nuts

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Installation note:

Gasket (1) must not be damaged.

Perform function check with tailgate open.

Replacement:

Fig 2: Identifying Gasket

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