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51 21 035 Removing and installing/replacing function carrier on left or right front door

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

IMPORTANT: Risk of mixing up plugs for door lock and control unit!
Mark relevant plugs prior to removal.

Disconnect Bowden cable (1). Refer to 51 22 235 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BOWDEN CABLE FOR INSIDE DOOR OPENER ON LEFT OR RIGHT REAR DOOR .

Disconnect plug connections (2).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Cable Holder
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Disconnect cable holder (3); if necessary, release cable tie.

Feed out door wiring harness through wiring harness opening (4).

Release quick-release couplings.

Fig 2: Removing Function Carrier
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Remove function carrier.

Installation: 

If necessary, replace defective quick-release couplings.

Make sure quick-release couplings are installed in correct position.

Installation: 

Seal on function carrier (sound insulation) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Seal On Function Carrier
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