51 16 480 Removing and installing or replacing front grab handle

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When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Fold grab handle (1) downwards.

Disengage and remove locking wedge (2) with offset screwdriver (3), as illustrated.

Fig 1: Removing Locking Wedge

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Repeat procedure on rear locking wedge (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Locking Wedge

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NOTE: The version of the grab handle must be determined for the following procedure.

Version	A	B
Stem length of locking wedge (1)	22 mm	15 mm
Retaining chamber (3)	No release tabs, fitted loose	Welded on grab handle, with release tabs (2)

Fig 3: Identifying Locking Wedge Stem Length

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Only version A

Jerk back grab handle (1) until grab handle (1) detaches.

Fig 4: Removing Back Grab Handle

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Only version B

Lightly pull grab handle (2) towards the inside by hand and hold under tension while releasing lower and upper tab (1) with screwdriver (3).

Remove grab handle (2) and place to side.

Fig 5: Pulling Grab Handle

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Installation note:

Only after grab handle (1) is snapped in correctly can locking wedges (2) we fully locked in position in grab handle (1).

Replacement

NOTE: Only version B available as from September 2010.

Fig 6: Installing Grab Handle

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