Removing and installing/replacing cover on outer door handle, left or right (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon)

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Lever out cap (1) and release screw underneath.

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Pull out 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 exactly 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

NOTE: Similar to graphic.

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

Installation note:

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

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