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:

Lever out lock (2) upwards
Detach Bowden cable (3) towards rear/top.

Installation:

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

Fig 1: Door Lock, Bowden Cable, Lever And Removal Directions

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Release screws (1).

Release catches (2) and remove door opener (3).

Fig 2: Door Opener, Catches And Screws

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Installation:

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

Fig 3: Door Opener And Catches

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