51 21 125 Removing and installing/replacing support for left or right outer door handle with lock barrel

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Close side window if necessary
• Remove OUTER DOOR HANDLE ON FRONT DOOR 
• Release SOUND INSULATION  of the front door in rear part

Remove seals (1) in direction of arrow.

Release screw (2).

Fig 1: Removing Seals

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If necessary, release cable clip from support (1).

Remove inner support (1) in direction of arrow and feed out of door.

Fig 2: Removing Door Support

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For version with Comfort Access/light package: 

Release cable clip (1) from support (2).

Disconnect plug connection (3).

Fig 3: Door Support, Plug Connection And Cable Clip

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Replacement: 

Release sound cover (1) at clips (2) and maneuver out of support (3).

Fig 4: Door Support, Sound Cover And Clips

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Replacement: 

Unclip Bowden cable (1) in area (A) and maneuver out of support (2).

Installation note: 

Ensure that the Bowden cable (1) is correctly routed at support (2).

For version with Comfort Access/light package: 

Modify OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE LIGHT ON FRONT DOOR .

Fig 5: Door Support And Bowden Cable

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