51 47 126 Replacing handle on panel for luggage compartment floor

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Release screws (1).

Separate both handle halves (3) from each other at catches (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Handle Halves, Catches And Screws

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Installation:

Lever (2) and spring (5) on handle recess (1) must not be missing or damaged.

Removing lock cylinder:

Remove lever (2).

Release catches (4) and remove lock cylinder (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Lever, Spring, Handle Recess, Catches And Lock Cylinder

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Installation:

Following parts on handle recess (1) must not be missing or damaged:

2 Fastener
3 Springs
4 Catches

Fig 3: Identifying Handle Recess, Fastener, Springs And Catches
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