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

Driver's Side:

Remove lock cylinder completely from front door, refer to 51 21 140 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COMPLETE LOCK CYLINDER .

Passenger Side:

Remove cover on outside handle, refer to 51 21 180 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COVER ON OUTSIDE HANDLE .

Removal: 

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

Fig 1: Loosen Nut On Inside Of Handle

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Installation: 

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

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

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

Fig 2: Pull Outside Handle Outwards/Upwards

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NOTE: For removal, the outside handle (1) must remain secured with a screwdriver (3).

1. Pull off outside handle (1) from rear lock actuator (2).
2. Pull off outside handle (1) in lowest setting (as shown in illustration) from front lock actuator (4).

Fig 3: Pull Outside Handle From Rear Lock Actuator

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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 Into Open Position

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Installation:

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

Fig 5: Use Care Not To Damage Outside Handle Supports

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Installation:

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

Fig 6: Replace Faulty Outside Handle Seals

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Installation:

Carry out function check only with door open.