51 21 233 Removing and installing/replacing Bowden cable for outer door handle on left or right front door

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove CARRIER FOR OUTER DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: For a better overview, door lock and outer door handle are shown removed.

Remove Bowden cable (1) from outer door handle (2) and door lock (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Bowden Cables, Outer Door Handle And Door Lock

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