51 21 170 Removing and installing or replacing outside handle from left or right front door

Lift out sealing plug.

Installation:

Fig 1: Fitting New Seal Plugs

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Insert special tool 51 3 203 and lever retaining tab (1) on locking plate (2) over the retaining lug (3).

Fig 2: Inserting Special Tool And Lever Retaining Tab On Locking Plate Over Retaining Lug

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Insert special tool 51 3 201 in sliding bore on locking plate (2) and press this forwards with raised retaining tab (1).

Remove both special tools.

Fig 3: Removing Both Special Tools

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Lift out lower edge of outside handle and pull obliquely downwards to remove.

Fig 4: Lifting Out Lower Edge Of Outside Handle

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Installation:

Insert special tool 51 3 201 in sliding bore (1) of locking plate (2) and pull it backwards.

Check function.

Fig 5: Inserting Special Tool In Sliding Bore Of Locking Plate

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