51 21 125 Removing and installing/replacing support for left or right outer door handle with lock barrel

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove OUTER DOOR HANDLE
Remove DOOR LOCK

Release screw (1) on cap (2).

Remove cap (2).

Installation note:

Rubber seal (3) must sit correctly in guides on door outer skin.

Fig 1: Identifying Screw, Cap, And Rubber Seal

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Release retaining screw (1).

Remove plastic guide underneath.

Installation note:

Correctly insert retaining lug (2) and move to stop.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Lug And Retaining Screw

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Turn carrier for door outside handle (1) approx. 90° and feed out below.

Installation note:

Ensure correct Bowden cable installation position.

Fig 3: Removing Door Outside Handle Carrier

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Replacement:

Remount LOCK BARREL .

Feed Bowden cable (1) out of carrier (2).

Installation note:

Make sure the Bowden cable (1) is positioned correctly on the support (2).

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Bowden Cable

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