51 21 170 Removing and installing/replacing outside handle on left or right front door (from 09/00): Notes

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Special tools required:

00 9 322

NOTE: The work is identical for all E46 models from year of manufacture 09/2000.
The components are simply adapted to the different door geometries.
Driver's side:

Remove lock cylinder completely from front door. See 51 21 140 Removing and installing/replacing complete lock cylinder in left or right front door

Passenger side:

Remove cover on outside handle. See 51 21 180 Removing and installing/replacing cover on outside handle

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools 00 9 322

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