51 22 170 Removing and installing/replacing outside handle on left or right back door

Remove cover on outside handle. Refer to 51 22 180 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COVER ON OUTSIDE HANDLE, LEFT OR RIGHT .

Removal: 

Slacken nut (1) on outside handle (2) (do not release fully).

Fig 1: Locating Nut On Outside Handle

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Installation: 

Contact surface (3) of outside handle (2) must rest without play against lock actuator (4).

Tightening torque, (3.2 N.m.).

Pull outside handle (2) as far outwards/upwards as possible and secure in this position with a screwdriver (3).

Fig 2: Pulling And Securing Outside Handle Outwards/Upwards

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1. Pull off outside handle (1) from rear lock actuator (2).
2. Pull off outside handle (1) in lowest setting (as shown in illustration) from front lock actuator (4).

Fig 3: Removing Outside Handle

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Installation: 

Old outer frame (1) of screw cover must be fitted (damage to paint).

Press lock actuator (2) with a screwdriver (3) fully into "Open" setting.

Fig 4: Pressing Lock Actuator With A Screwdriver

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Mount outside handle in this position.

Installation: 

Supports (1) and (2) on outside handle (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 5: Identifying Supports On Outside Handle

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Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty seals (1) and (2) for outside handle.

Fig 6: Locating Seals For Outside Handle

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Installation: 

Carry out function check only with door open.