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

(If necessary with lock cylinder):

Remove door lock, refer to 51 21 090 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING DOOR LOCK ON LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR 

Introduction: ongoing from 5/96:

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

Fig 1: Removing Locking Unit

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Only replace:

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

Fig 2: Locating Aperture On Cover

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Only replace:

Disconnect Bowden cable (1) from locking unit.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Bowden Cable From Locking Unit

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