51 21 225 Removing and installing or replacing inside door opener in left or right front door

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front Door Trim Panel

Unhook Bowden cable for release lever:

Tighten release lever (1).
Lever out lock (2).
Detach Bowden cable (3) towards rear/top.

Installation:

For fitting, press release lever (1) fully onto door trim panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Release Lever, Lock And Bowden Cable

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NOTE: On initial installation there is no screw in area (A).

If necessary, release screw in area (A).

Release catches (1) and remove door opener (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Mounting Screw Area, Catches And Door Opener (1 Of 2)

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Installation:

Repair screw must be inserted in area (A) when door opener is installed.

Installation:

Catches (1) on door opener (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Catches And Door Opener (2 Of 2)

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