S 500 Sedan (140.051) V8-5.0L (119.980) (1996)
Power Trunk / Liftgate Lock Actuator: Service and Repair
Remove/Install Trunk Lid Actuator
Cover (1) of right and left tail lamps
Open, close.
Covering of rear center assembly (2)
Remove, install.
Electric cables
Disconnect, connect.
Retaining bolts (17) of trunk lid lock
Unscrew, screw on.
Lock (10)
Remove.
Pneumatic line
Lever off with open-end wrench (width across flats 7), press on.
Expand locking clip (arrows) and
Detach, attach pneumatic actuator (6) with control rod.
Actuator (6)
Check pneumatic function. See: Pneumatic System/Testing and Inspection
Actuator (6)
Install in reverse sequence.