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51 24 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing Bowden Cable For Rear Lid Lock (Up To 03/2005)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Lever out securing plugs (1).
Lever out catches (2) and remove Bowden cable guide (3).
Unlock catch (1) and detach Bowden cables (2 and 3) from rear lid lock upper section (6).
Lever out expanding wedge (4) and detach guide (5).
Version with manual unlocking:
Installation:
Bowden cable (2) must be correctly positioned in guide (5).
Release lock (1) from Bowden cable (2) and remove clip (3).
Feed out Bowden cable (2) from rear lid.
Installation:
Lock (1) must be correctly fitted.
Routing of Bowden cables for rear lid lock:
- Fastener (lock cylinder)
- Rear lid lock (upper section)
- Bowden cable for manual rear lid unlocking
- Bowden cable for rear lid lock
- Holder on Bowden cable for rear lid lock
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.