51 22 200 Removing and installing/replacing outside handle and lock actuator on left or right rear door (up to 09/00)

Remove door lock on rear door. See 51 22 090 Removing and installing/replacing door lock in left or right rear door (from 09/00) 

Remove outside handle on rear door. See 51 22 170 Removing and installing/replacing outside handle on left or right rear door (from 09/00) 

Remove seals (1) and (2) for outside handle.

Fig 1: Removing Seals For Outside Handle

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Loosen bolt (1).

Lever out lock actuator (2) forwards/downwards out of window guide and remove to inner door plate.

Fig 2: Levering Out Lock Actuator (2) Forwards/Downwards Out Of Window Guide

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If necessary, replace screw (1) on lock actuator (2).

Fig 3: Removing Lock Actuator Screw

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