51 22 170 Removing and installing / replacing outside handle on left or right rear door

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Special tools required:

51 2 220

NOTE:

If replacing version with comfort access/CA:

In order to avoid Comfort Access malfunction, use only original BMW paints on the outside handle with electrically non-conducting primer.

New part (from 09/2005) is provided with electrically non-conducting primer.

Removal:

NOTE: Installation is described separately from removal.

Unclip seal (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Unclipping Seal

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NOTE: Protect bore (1) against scratching (risk of corrosion).

IMPORTANT: If the screw is not correctly secured, the lock mechanism can jump back and the sound insulation must be removed.

Pull outside handle (2) outwards/upwards until screw (3) is accessible and hold.

Using special tool 51 2 220, screw down screw (3) in counterclockwise direction and thereby secure outside handle (2).

Tightening torque 51 22 5AZ .

Fig 2: Pulling Outside Handle

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First pull off outer door handle (1) in area (A) from rear lock actuation (2).

Then pull outer door handle (1) in area (B) off of front lock actuation (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Pulling Off Outside Handle From Rear Lock Actuator

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Installation:

Following parts on outside handle (4) must not be damaged or missing:

Rear mounting
Front mounting
Felt strip (if available for refitting/replacement no longer required)

Fig 4: Identifying Rear Mounting And Front Mounting
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Stop pad (1) must be fitted.

Insert outside handle (4) with bore (3) correctly in mounting (2).

Engage mounting (5) of outside handle (4) correctly in lock actuator (6).

Fig 5: Inserting Outside Handle With Bore

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NOTE: Protect bore (1) against scratching/damaged paintwork (risk of corrosion).

IMPORTANT: If the screw is not correctly secured, the lock mechanism can jump back and the sound insulation must be removed.

Grip outside handle (2) and, using special tool 51 2 220 , screw down screw (3) in clockwise direction.

Tightening torque 51 22 5AZ .

Carry out function check only with door open.

Fig 6: Identifying Outside Handle

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