41 51 080 Left Or Right Front Door Removal And Installation Or Replacement

Necessary preliminary tasks:

WARNING: Side airbag is installed in door trim panel: Disconnect battery . See 12 00... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .

Release screws on connector frame.

Fig 1: Locating Screws On Connector Frame

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Release screws between both hinge elements at top and bottom.

Fig 2: Locating Screws Between Both Hinge Elements At Top And Bottom

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Unhinge door by moving upwards and placing it on a suitable surface.

Fig 3: Locating Doors Surface

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Pull plug connection from door pillar, unlock by pulling out bar and detach.

Fig 4: Pulling Plug Connection From Door Pillar

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IMPORTANT: During straightening work:
Do not release screws/bolts of side impact protection. Risk of damage to door.

Installation: