61 12 200 Replacing wiring harness in left or right front door (Coupe/Convertible)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW M3, 2009 BMW M3, and 2008 BMW M3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Close front side window completely
- Remove sound insulation from front door . See 51 48 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SOUND INSULATION IN LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR .
- Remove rearview mirror trim . See 51 16... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM ON LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR MIRROR .
NOTE:
Work is shown on the E92 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other vehicle models.
Unlock plug connection for outside door handle light (1).
Disconnect plug connection for Comfort Access System (2).
Disconnect plug connection for door lock (3).
Disconnect plug connection for power window unit (4).
Disconnect plug connection for rearview mirror (5).
Unclip all wiring harness fasteners (6).
Installation:
Release screw (1).
Guide plug connection for door wiring harness (2) in direction of arrow out of A-pillar and disconnect.
Pull rubber grommet (3) out of front door
Feed out door wiring harness towards front to A-pillar.