Removing and installing/replacing cover on outside door handle (330i GT xDrive, 340i GT xDrive)

Lever out cap (1) and release screw underneath.

Installation note: 

If necessary, replace faulty trim (1).

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Pull off cover (1) in direction of arrow with outer door handle (2) opened slightly.

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Version with light package: 

Installation note: 

Make sure outer door handle light (1) is correctly positioned in area (2).

Guides (3) of outer door handle light (1) must be correctly seated in support for outer door handle (4).

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Installation note: 

Guides (1) must not be damaged.

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Replacement 

Detach cover (2) from filler piece (3).

Installation note: 

Latch mechanisms (1) of cover (2) must not be damaged.

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Lever out the sealing (1) and undo the screw in area (A).

Installation note: 

Make sure the sealing (1) is correctly fitted on the door.

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Pull off cover (1) in direction of arrow with outer door handle (2) opened slightly.

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Version with light package: 

Installation note: 

Make sure outer door handle light (1) is correctly positioned in area (2).

Guides (3) of outer door handle light (1) must be correctly seated in support for outer door handle (4).

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Installation note: 

Guides (1) must not be damaged.

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Replacement 

Detach cover (2) from filler piece (3).

Installation note: 

Latch mechanisms (1) of cover (2) must not be damaged.

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