Necessary preliminary tasks
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- Remove front DOOR TRIM PANEL
IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage!
Only drill down to door trim panel area (2) so as not to damage the contact surface.
Only drill down to door trim panel area (2) so as not to damage the contact surface.
Drill out welding spots (1) on door trim panel (2) with 8 mm dia. welding spot drill bit.
Remove welding residue from door trim panel (2) and door handle with a scalpel (for heavy-duty applications) if these components are to be reused.