51 41 019 Removing and installing or replacing door handle on door trim, front left or right

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove front 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 applicable, release screws instead of welding spots.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
To avoid damaging the contact surface, only drill down to door trim panel area (3)

Drill out welding spots (1 and 2) on door trim panel (3) with 8 mm dia. welding spot drill bit.

Fig 1: Door Trim Panel And Welding Spots

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Remove weld residuals on door trim panel (3) and, if necessary, on door handle with scalpel (for heavy duty use).

Replacement:

Saw off welding pins (1) on door handle (2) to dimension (A).

A = 1.0± 0.5 mm

Fig 2: Door Handle And Welding Pins Dimension

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Installation note:

Insert door handle in door trim panel (2) and attach with repair screws (1).

Tightening torque: 51 41 3AZ .

NOTE: If bore holes in door handle were not drilled through, increase tightening torque accordingly to ensure that door handle is firmly seated.

Fig 3: Door Trim Panel And Screws

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