51 42 019 Removing and installing or replacing door handle on door trim, rear left or right

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear DOOR TRIM PANEL

NOTE: Door handle is welded to door trim panel only on initial installation. The door handle is screw-connected on second installation. If necessary, release screws instead of welding spots.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

To avoid damaging the contact surface, only drill to base area of door trim panel.

Drill out welding spots (1 and 2) on door trim panel with 8 mm diameter drill.

Remove weld residuals on door trim panel and, if necessary, on door handle with scalpel (for heavy duty use).

Release latch mechanisms (3) and remove door handle.

Fig 1: Identifying Welding Spots On Door Trim Panel

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Installation note:

Secure door handle with repair screws on welding pin (2).

Welding pin (1) does not have to be screwed in.

Replacement:

Saw off welding pin (1) along line (2).

Completely remove welding pin (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Welding Pin

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