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

Remove door lock on front door. See 51 21 090 Removing and installing/replacing door lock in left or right front door (from 09/00) 

Remove outside handle on front door.51 21 170 Removing and installing/replacing outside handle on left or right front door (up to 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) towards front and remove to inner door plate.

Fig 2: Loosening Bolt

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

Fig 3: Replacing Screw On Lock Actuator

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