51 21 225 Removing and installing or replacing inside door opener in left or right front door

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL

Release screws (1).

Unlock and disconnect plug (2).

Unhook Bowden cable (3) from door trim panel (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Bowden Cable, Door Trim Panel With Plug Connection And Screws

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Snap trim with inner door opener (2) out of door trim panel (1).

Fig 2: Removing Trim With Inner Door Opener Out Of Door Trim Panel

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