51 22 225 Removing and installing/replacing inside door handle of rear left or right door

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Remove rear door trim panel, refer to 51 42 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR TRIM PANEL .

Version With Lighting For Door Handle:

CAUTION: Do not damage light guide (2) when removing door handle (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Light Guide

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Slacken nut (1).

NOTE: Guides (3) on door handle (2) must not be damaged.

Move screw (4) slightly into guide of door handle during removal.

Fig 2: Loosening Inside Door Handle Nut

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Twist inside door handle (1) inwards/upwards out of door trim panel (2).

Fig 3: Removing Inside Door Handle

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Installation:

Mount in door handle (2) for screw (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Use Care Not To Damage Inside Door Handle Mount

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