51 21 180 Removing and installing/replacing cover on outside handle

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 645Ci and 2004 BMW 645Ci. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove outside handle

2-door Models:

Remove plate (2).

Fig 1: Removing Plate (2-Door Models)

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4-door Models:

Remove plate (2).

Fig 2: Removing Plate (4-Door Models)

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NOTE: Protect bore (1) against scratching (risk of corrosion). Unscrew bolt (2).

Installation:

Press cover (3) slightly towards rear when screwing down (gap).

Tightening torque, refer to 51 21 8AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 645CI .

Fig 3: Identifying Bore

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Remove stop pad (1).

Fig 4: Removing Stop Pad

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Loosen screw (1).

Fig 5: Loosening Screw

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Press mounting (2) back, lever out cover (3) at rear and remove in direction of arrow.

Tightening torque, refer to 51 21 7AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 645CI .

Installation:

Following parts of cover on outside handle (5) must not be damaged or missing:

Fig 6: Identifying Parts Of Cover On Outside Handle

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