Remove the outside door handle

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Mechanical effects .
Paint damage .

Mask those working areas at risk with yellow plastic adhesive tape.
Remove and install heavy or bulky components with the aid of another person/other persons.

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING COVER ON THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE .

Pull the outside door handle (1) out in the direction of arrow and feed it out.
Equipment specification with Comfort Access/light package:
Carefully pull the outside door handle (1) out and release and disconnect the associated plug connections.

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