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

Special tools required 

• 51 2 220

2-door Models:

Remove trim (1).

Fig 1: Removing Trim (2-Door Models)

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4-door Models:

Remove trim (1).

Fig 2: Removing Trim (4-Door Models)

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Pull outside handle (2) outwards/upwards until screw (3) is accessible and hold.

Using special tool 51 2 220, turn screw (3) counterclockwise and screw down.

Fig 3: Pulling Outside Handle Outwards/Upward

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Tightening torque, refer to 51 21 5AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 645CI .

1. Pull off outside handle (1) from rear lock actuator (2).
2. Pull off outside handle (1) downwards (as shown in illustration) from front lock actuator (3).

Fig 4: Removing Outside Handle

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Installation: 

Following parts on outside handle (4) must not be damaged or missing:

1. Rear mounting
2. Front mounting
3. Felt strip (if available for refitting/replacement no longer required)
   Fig 5: Identifying Outside Handle Parts

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Installation: 

Stop pad (1) must be fitted.

Insert outside handle (4) with bore (3) correctly in mounting (2).

Engage mounting (5) of outside handle (4) correctly in lock actuator (6).

Fig 6: Engaging Mounting Of Outside Handle Correctly In Lock Actuator

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Using special tool 51 2 220, turn screw (3) counterclockwise and screw down.

Fig 7: Turning Screw Using Special Tool 51 2 220

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Tightening torque, refer to 51 21 5AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 645CI .

Installation: 

Carry out function check only with door open.