Trunk / Liftgate Handle: Service and Repair

1 - Securing clip
2 - Handle
- Removing:
- Unclip rear lid trim (handle is secured with one cross-head screw).
- Unclip pull rod -5-, pry out securing clip -1- and take lock cylinder out of handle.
- Separate rear compartment lighting connector and if necessary unclip central locking operating rod.
- Remove Torx bolts -6- and remove handle from rear lid.
3 - Actuator securing bolt
- Release and tighten with socket T 10010
4 - Central locking actuator
5 - Pull rod
6 - Torx(R) screw
7 - Operating rod
- Press relay lever -11 - against stop and insert operating rod without tension
8 - Lock cylinder housing
9 - Lock
10 - Countersunk bolt
- 20 Nm (15 ft lb)
11 - Relay lever