51 22 170 Removing and installing / replacing outside handle on left or right back door

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Removal:

NOTE: Installation is described separately from removal.

Remove plate (1).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty trim (1).

Fig 1: Plate And Trim

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NOTE: Protect bore (1) against scratching (risk of corrosion).

IMPORTANT: If screw (3) is not correctly secured, the lock mechanism can jump back and the sound insulation must be removed.

Pull outside handle (2) outwards/upwards and hold.

Using special tool 51 2 220 , turn screw (3) in counterclockwise direction and thereby secure outside handle (2).

Tightening torque: 51 22 5AZ, see 51 22 REAR DOOR LOCKS

Fig 2: Special Tool (51 2 220)

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IMPORTANT: For removal, the outside handle (1) must remain secured with a screwdriver (4).

Pull off outside handle (1) from rear lock actuator (2).
Pull off outside handle (1) downwards/outwards (in direction of arrow) from front lock actuator (3).

Fig 3: Outside Handle And Rear Lock Actuator

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Installation:

Following parts on outside handle (4) must not be damaged or missing:

Fig 4: Outside Handle

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Insert outside handle with bore hole correctly in mounting (1).

Snap rear mounting on outside handle correctly into lock actuator (2).

Fig 5: Mounting And Lock Actuator

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Release screw (1).

Remove seals (2 and 3) in direction of arrow.

If necessary, replace faulty seals (2 and 3).

Fig 6: Seals And Screw

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NOTE: Protect bore (1) against scratching (risk of corrosion).

IMPORTANT: If screw (3) is not correctly secured, the lock mechanism can jump back and the sound insulation must be removed.

Grip outside handle (2) and, using special tool 51 2 220 , screw down screw (3) in clockwise direction.

Tightening torque: 51 22 5AZ, see 51 22 REAR DOOR LOCKS

Carry out function check only with door open.

Fig 7: Special Tool (51 2 220)

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