Remove the module bracket rearward

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVING REAR DOOR TRIM .

• Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
• Unclip the vehicle wiring harness (2) on the module bracket with a suitable special tool from set of special tools 0 493 752 (00 9 329)  .
• Detach the rubber grommet of the Bowden cable for the door handle (3).

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• Release nuts (1).

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• Loosen screws (1).

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• Open the bayonet closures (1) by twisting and remove the module bracket (2).

  When doing so, feed out the Bowden cable for the door handle (3) from the module bracket (2).

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• Detach the power window (1) from the detents (2) on the module bracket.
• Remove the module bracket.

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