51 21 235 Removing and installing/replacing Bowden cable for inside door opener on left or right front door
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Necessary preliminary work
- Remove FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL .
NOTE:
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Lever out lock (2)
Pull off Bowden cable housing (3) towards rear/top - the Bowden cable feeds out of its own accord in the process.
Installation note:
To install the Bowden cable, press inner door handle (1) opposite to direction of arrow.