1997 BMW Z3 Trunk Locking Mechanism

1997 BMW Z3
69,800 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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ROBERTSOBAJE
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The locking mechanism on the trunk lid has ceased working. The car is equipped with a remote locking system, and the door locks still work when the remote lock/unlock button is pressed. The trunk latch does not click shut when the trunk lid is slammed (gently, of course) shut. As a novice car repair person, is this something I can diagnose/repair myself, or do I need professional help?
Jun 10, 2008 at 11:02 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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This should be a fairly simple repair and I encourage you to attempt it if you have the tools. It seems as if the trunk lock mechanism is faulty and will require replacement and the part# is 51-24-1-973-194
Jun 10, 2008 at 12:01 PM
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