51 21 130 Removing and installing or replacing lock on left or right front door

Only Version up to 5/96:

Unfasten nuts with washers. Remove locking unit (1) (carrier for outside door handle).

Installation:

Fig 1: Installing Screws With Flat Surfaces Pointing Towards One Another

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Introduction: ongoing from 5/96:

Unfasten screws (1) and remove locking unit (2) (carrier for outside door handle).

Fig 2: Unfastening Screws And Removing Locking Unit

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Only replace:

Unlock cover (1) with screwdriver through aperture (2) and remove.

Fig 3: Unlocking Cover With Screwdriver Through Aperture

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Only replace:

Disconnect Bowden cable (1) from locking unit.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Bowden Cable From Locking Unit

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