Rear Lid Release Element

NOTE:

If rear lid does not open, it can opened by hand via the emergency release -3- on lid lock -4-. Emergency release is accessed through an opening in the rear lid trim.

Removing

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Lid Locking And Unlocking Components, Assembly Overview

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-- Remove rear lid trim REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

-- Rear window washer motor, removing refer to WINDSHIELD AND REAR WINDOW WASHER PUMP -V59-

-- Disconnect harness connector -7- from unlocking element -1-.

-- Remove the bolts -2-.

-- Disengage unlocking element opposite -arrow- angle brackets -6-.

-- Then you can remove the unlocking element -1-.

Installing

To install, perform the steps used for removal in reverse order.

-- Tightening specifications: Unlocking element bolts 4 Nm

Before the rear lid is closed, a function test of the unlocking components must be performed.