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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 tasks: 

NOTE: Graphic is similar.

Lever out lock (1)

Pull off Bowden cable housing (2) towards rear/top - the Bowden cable feeds out of its own accord in the process.

Fig 1: Pulling Off Bowden Cable Housing
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Installation note: 

To install the Bowden cable, press inner door handle (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Pressing Inner Door Handle
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