51 42 017 Removing and installing/replacing cover on door handle, rear left or right

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Decorative Strip from door trim panel at rear

Lever out cover (1) with special tool 00 9 317.

Fig 1: Identifying Cover And Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Installation:

Catches (1) of cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Cover

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