51 22 180 Removing and installing/replacing cover on outside handle, left or right

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Lever out cap (1) and release screw underneath.

Fig 1: Identifying Outside Handle Cap

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Pull out cover (1) in direction of arrow with outside door handle (2) opened slightly.

Fig 2: Pulling Out Outside Door Handle Cover

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Version with light package:

Installation:

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

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

Fig 3: Identifying Outside Door Handle, Light And Guides

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Installation:

Guides (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Outside Door Handle Guides

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