51 21 170 Removing and installing or replacing outside handle from left or right front door: Removal:

Slacken nut (1) on outside handle (2) (do not release fully).

Installation: 

Contact surface (3) of outside handle (2) must rest without play against lock actuator (4).

Tightening torque, see 51 21 5AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 1: Slackening Nut On Outside Handle

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Pull outside handle (2) as far outwards/upwards as possible and secure in this position with a screwdriver (3).

Fig 2: Fitting Older Outer Frame Of Screw Cover

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1. A Pull off outside handle (1) from rear lock actuator (2).
2. B Pull off outside handle (1) in lowest setting (as shown in illustration) from front lock actuator (4).
   Fig 3: Pulling Off Outside Handle In Lowest Setting

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Installation: 

Old outer frame (1) of screw cover must be fitted (damage to paint).

Press lock actuator (1) with a screwdriver (2) fully into "Open" setting.

Mount outside handle in this position.

Fig 4: Pressing Lock Actuator With A Screwdriver

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Installation: 

Supports (1) and (2) on outside handle (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 5: Checking Supports And On Outside Handle

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Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty seals (1) and (2) for outside handle.

Fig 6: Checking Faulty Seals And For Outside Handle

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Installation: 

Carry out function check only with door open.