Trunk / Liftgate Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair

51 24 050 - Removing and installing/replacing lock element (lock cylinder) for rear lid





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove trim strip from rear lid center section





Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 24 02AZ 51 24 Tailgate Locks.





Installation:
Press counter-supports (1) at back to prevent accompanying rotation.





Unclip Bowden cable sleeve (1).
Feed out Bowden cable nipple in direction of arrow.





Installation:
Make sure Bowden cable (1) is correctly positioned in rear lid.
Lay Bowden cable (1) without kinks.





Installation:
Perform function check with rear lid open.