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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove seals (1) in direction of arrow.

Release screw (2) and remove holder (3) to outside.

Fig 1: Removing Outer Door Handle With Lock Barrel 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 Inner 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: Releasing Cable Clip From Support

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Installation note:

For it to be possible to install the door lock, locking pin (1) must be in the installation position on the support (2).

Fig 4: Installing Door Lock Locking Pin On Support

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Replacement

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

Fig 5: Releasing Sound Cover 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:

Fig 6: Removing Bowden Cable

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