51 42 019 Removing and installing/replacing door handle on rear left or right door trim panel (long version or from 03/2007)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL 

Unfasten screws (1) and nuts (2).

Feed door handle out of door trim panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Door Handle Screws And Nuts

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.