51 41 017 Removing and installing/replacing cover on front door handle (passenger side)

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove decorative strip from door trim panel. from front door (passenger side)

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

Fig 1: Removing Cover With Special Tool

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Installation:

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

Fig 2: Identifying Cover Catches

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