51 23 211 Removing and installing/replacing cable for front engine compartment locks (in engine compartment)

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove both ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID CATCHES, FRONT

REMOVAL:

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

Fig 1: Removing Deflection From Lock Carrier

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

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

Release cable with coupling (1) from retaining clips and feed out.

Fig 2: Removing Coupling From Lock Carrier

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INSTALLATION:

Feed in cable with coupling (1) and attach in retaining clips.

Clip in coupling (1) into lock carrier (2).

Attach cable (3) and close coupling (1).

Fig 3: Removing Coupling From Lock Carrier

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

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

Release cable with coupling (1) from retaining clips and feed out.

Fig 4: Removing Coupling From Lock Carrier

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Carry out functional check with hood open.

Required reworking:

Install both ENGINE COMPARTMENT LOCKS