51 22... Replacing inside door opener on left or right rear door

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Necessary preliminary work:

Version with roller sunblind only

NOTE: The graphic shows the left door trim panel.

If necessary, unclip and remove tweeter (4).

Release round weldings (1) with a Ø 12 mm drill.

Release long welding (2) with a box cutter.

Lever out inside door opener housing on door trim panel (3) and set down.

Fig 1: Identifying Door Trim Panel, Welding And Tweeter

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Installation note:

Fold long retaining clip (2) over inside housing tab of the door opener and press tight.

Only with roller sunblind:

Bend housing tab of door opener with retaining clip (2) upward at a slant until roller sunblind can be mounted.

Secure door handle to door trim panel (3) by pressing down round retaining clips (1).

Reinstall tweeter (4).

Fig 2: Identifying Door Trim Panel, Retaining Clips And Tweeter

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