51 21 225 Removing and installing or replacing inside door opener in left or right front door

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove front DOOR TRIM PANEL

Unhook Bowden cable for release lever:

Tighten release lever (1).
Lever out lock (2).
Detach Bowden cable (3) towards rear/top.

Installation:

For fitting, press release lever (1) fully onto door trim panel.

Fig 1: Removing Bowden Cable

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NOTE: On initial installation there is no screw in area (A).

If necessary, release screw in area (A).

Release catches (1) and remove door opener (2).

Installation:

Repair screw must be inserted in area (A) when door opener is installed.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Door Opener

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Installation:

Catches (1) on door opener (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Door Opener And Catches

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