41 51 080 Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Left Or Right Door

IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Cars with side airbags:
Observe airbag safety regulations.

The illustrations are schematic representations and are to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.

Open door.

Security version:

Rear reflector is modified. New component must be trimmed and glued (this is described in the following).

WARNING: Side airbag is installed in door trim panel: Disconnect battery.

Release screw on connector frame.

Fig 1: Locating Connector Frame Screw

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Release screws between both hinge elements at top and bottom.

Tightening torque 41 51 1AZ

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

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Release screw (1) on door retainer.

Fig 3: Identifying Door Retainer Screw

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

Fig 4: Placing Door On Suitable Surface

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

Installation:

If necessary, adjust front door.

Fig 5: Pulling Plug Connection From Door Pillar

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Replacement only:

Rivet down blind rivet nuts (1) for control unit.

Fig 6: Identifying Control Unit Rivet Nuts

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Security version:

Trim grommet (1) on rear reflector rubber housing at edge (2) and glue with window adhesive in same position as standard model.

Fig 7: Identifying Grommet On Rear Reflector Rubber Housing

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