51 21 035 Removing and Installing/Replacing Function Carrier On Left or Right Front Door
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 760i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front door trim panel See 51 41 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL
IMPORTANT:
Risk of mixing up plugs for door lock and control unit!
Mark relevant plugs prior to removal.
Disconnect Bowden cable (1). See 51 21 235 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BOWDEN CABLE FOR INSIDE DOOR OPENER ON LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR
Disconnect plug connections (2).
Disconnect cable holder (3); if necessary, release cable tie.
Feed out door wiring harness through wiring harness opening (4).
Release quick-release couplings.
Remove function carrier.
Installation:
If necessary, replace defective quick-release couplings.
Make sure quick-release couplings are installed in correct position.
- Quick-release coupling 1.8 mm grey
- Quick-release coupling 0.8 mm white
Installation:
Seal on function carrier (sound insulation) must not be damaged.