51 21 140 Removing and installing/replacing complete lock cylinder

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Remove plate (1).

Fig 1: Removing Plate

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Installation:

Fit new plate (1).

Release screw (1).

Fig 2: Releasing Screw

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Removing cover (1) on outside handle:

Pull cover (1) approx. 1 - 2 mm towards rear.
Detach cover (1) with lock barrel (2) towards outside.

Fig 3: Removing Cover On Outside Handle

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Remove catches (1) and detach cover (2) from lock cylinder (3).

Fig 4: Removing Catches And Detaching Cover From Lock Cylinder

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Installation:

Catches (1) on cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 5: Identifying Lock Cylinder Catches

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(3) Lock cylinder.

Installation:

Notch (2) on paddle support (1) must be secured in catch (3).

Fig 6: Aligning Notch On Paddle Support

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Only in this position will installation of the lock barrel be guaranteed.