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51 21 200 Removing and installing/replacing outside handle and lock actuator on left or right front door (from 09/00): Notes

NOTE: The lock actuator has a Bowden cable from year of manufacture 09/2000.

Remove acoustic insulation. See 51 48... Removing and installing/replacing sound insulation in front door, left or right 

Remove outside handle.51 21 170 Removing and installing/replacing outside handle on left or right front door (from 09/00) 

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

Fig 1: Removing Seals & For Outside Handle
G03124387Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Lever out Bowden cable (1) from holder (2) with screwdriver.

CAUTION: Do not bend holder (2).

Unhook Bowden cable nipple (3) from lever (4).

Fig 2: Unhooking Bowden Cable Nipple From Lever
G03124388Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.