51 22 090 Removing and installing/replacing door lock on left or right rear door: Notes

Raise the door window.

Remove sound insulation on rear door. See 51 48 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing Sound Insulation In Rear Door, Left Or Right .

Disconnect plug connection (1) on door lock (2).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection On Door Lock

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Unclip ball head (1).

Detach Bowden cable (2) from support (2) on door lock.

Fig 2: Uncliping Ball Head

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Release screws (1).

Remove door lock (2) with linkage (3).