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51 21 125 Removing and installing/replacing carrier for left or right outside door handle with lock cylinder (Security)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Driver's side only: 

Remove protective mat upper section (1).

Tightening torque: see 22AZ in 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS

Installation: 

Shims for fastening protective mat must not jam between screw-in sleeve and screw head.

Fig 1: Identifying Protective Mat Upper Section
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Remove inner door lock protective cover (1), release screws (2) and (3) to do so.

Tightening torque: see 22AZ in 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS

Fig 2: Identifying Inner Door Lock Protective Cover Screws
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Overview of removed door lock protective cover (1) and protective mat upper section (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Door Lock Protective Cover And Protective Mat Upper Section
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NOTE: Version with Comfort Access/CA: 
CA sensor (4) must not be damaged.

Unlock catches (2) on carrier (1).

Press lock cylinder (5) behind door outer skin (3).

Fig 4: Identifying CA Sensor, Catches, Carrier And Lock Cylinder
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If necessary, disconnect plug on CA module.

Pull carrier (3) towards rear/top until screw (1) of sheet metal slot (2) is free.

Remove carrier (3) for outside door handle.

Fig 5: Removing Carrier For Outside Door Handle
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Installation: 

Seals (1) on carrier (3) must not be damaged.

IMPORTANT: Water drainage channel (2) must not be fouled/clogged.
Fig 6: Identifying Water Drainage Channel, Seals And Carrier
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Replacement: 

Version with Comfort Access/CA: