51 22 180 Removing and installing/replacing cover on outside handle, left or right: Installation:

Install new trim (1) and frame (2).

Fig 1: Installing Trim And Frame

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Release screw (1).

Fig 2: Releasing Screw

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Remove cover (1) on outside handle:

1. Pull cover (1) approx. 1 ... 2 mm towards rear.
2. Take off cover (1).
   Fig 3: Removing Cover On Outside Handle

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Lever out catches (1) and detach cover (2) from filler element (3).

Catches (1) on cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Checking Catches On Cover

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