5121140 Removing and installing/replacing complete lock barrel in left or right front door

Lever out cap (1) and release screw underneath.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty trim (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Cap

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Insert ignition key into lock barrel.

Turn ignition key slightly and pull off cover (1) in direction of arrow with outside door handle (2) opened slightly.

Installation:

Lock barrel must be correctly seated in door lock.

Check function of lock barrel.

Fig 2: Removing Cover

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Version with light package:

Installation:

Make sure outside door handle light (1) is correctly positioned in area (2).

Guides (3) of outside door handle light (1) must be correctly seated in carrier for outside door handle (4).

Fig 3: Identifying Guides Of Outside Door Handle Light

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Replacement:

Remove catches (1) and detach cover (2) from lock barrel (3).

Installation:

Catches (1) of cover (2) must not be damaged.

Paddle (4) of lock barrel (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Removing Catches And Cover From Lock Barrel

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