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Alfa Romeo 145/146 Engines, 146 Bodywork and Engine Overhaul Manual (1994-2001)04 · 146 bodywork
04 · Body & interior

Tailgate lock

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
145/146 Engines, 146 Bodywork and Engine Overhaul Manual
Year
1994–2001
Section
Bonnet/Boot › Tailgate lock
146 bodyworkTailgate lock

TAILGATE LOCK

REMOVAL/REFITTING

  1. Using tool no. 1.823.015.000, release the tailgate lower trim from the plastic nails and remove it.
Diagram showing tailgate lower trim with plastic nails
  1. Disconnect the electrical connection from the boot open warning sensor (if fitted).
Diagram showing hands disconnecting electrical connection
  1. Remove the lock trim.
Diagram showing hands slackening screws on tailgate lock
  1. Slacken the two screws fastening the tailgate lock.
Diagram showing hand removing lock with torque specification

4 ÷ 5 Nm
(0,4 ÷ 0,5 Kgm)

  1. Remove the lock taking care to release the opening control rod from the actuator (electrically-operated locks).
Diagram showing lock trim and control rod

Parts & tools for this job For 1994 Alfa Romeo 145/146

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