51 21 181 Removing and installing cover on outside handle with locking cylinder

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Lever out seal (1).

Fig 1: Removing Seal

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Installation:

Seal (1) must not be damaged, replace if necessary.

Unscrew bolt (1).

Detach cover (2).

Fig 2: Detaching Cover

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Installation:

Insert guide (1) of cover into mount (2) on door lock.

Fig 3: Inserting Guide Of Cover

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Installation:

Push trim (1) into cover (2) as far as it will go.

Fig 4: Pushing Trim Into Cover

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