51 41 025 Replacing handle recess on front left or right door trim panel (long version or from 03/2007)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front door trim panel .
Remove speaker trim .

Release screws (1).

Press down retainers (2) and slide handle recess (3) through in outward direction.

Fig 1: Pressing Down Retainers And Sliding Handle Recess

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Installation:

Retainers (1) on handle recess (2) must not be damaged.

Replacement:

Remove toggle switch (3). See 61 31 117 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING POWER WINDOW SWITCH (DRIVER SIDE) (LONG VERSION OR FROM 03/2007) .

Fig 2: Identifying Retainers On Handle Recess

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