51 22 180 Removing and installing/replacing cover on outside handle

NOTE: If replacing version with Comfort Access/CA:
In order to avoid Comfort Access malfunction, use only original BMW paints on the cover with electrically non-conducting primer.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove OUTSIDE HANDLE

Remove trim (2).

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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

Release screw (2).

Installation:

Press cover (3) slightly towards rear when screwing down (gap).

Tightening torque: see 8AZ in 51 22 REAR DOOR LOCKS

Fig 2: Identifying Cover

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Remove stop pad (1).

Fig 3: Removing Stop Pad

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Release screw (1).

Press mounting (2) back, lever out cover (3) at rear and remove in direction of arrow.

Tightening torque: see 7AZ in 51 22 REAR DOOR LOCKS

Fig 4: Removing Cover

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Installation:

Following parts of cover on outside handle (5) must not be damaged or missing:

Thread
Bridges
Bridges
Screw surface

Fig 5: Identifying Outside Handle, Thread And Bridges
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