Removing and installing or replacing cover on door handle, front left or right (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon, 330i GT xDrive, 340i GT xDrive)

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Special tools required:

64 1 020

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

Unclip cover (1) starting from below using special tool 64 1 020 from clamps (2) and latch mechanisms.

Feed out cover (1) from retaining hook (3).

Installation note:

Install the cover (1) as follows:

Feed in top retaining hook (3)
Position on clamps (2) and side latch mechanisms
Feed in bottom retaining hooks (3)
Clip in to door trim panel

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Installation note:

Retaining hooks (1) and latches on cover (2) must not be missing or damaged.

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Installation note:

Clamp (1) may bend up when dismantling the cover.

Bend clamp (1) back by approx. 45° if necessary.

Replace faulty clamps.

Make sure installation location of clamps (2 and 3) is correct.

Clamps (2) silver
Clamps (3) black

To replace clamps, disassemble (1) either front left or right DOOR HANDLE on door trim or rear left or right DOOR HANDLE on door trim

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