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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disengage Bowden cable (1) from locking lever (2) and guide (3).

Installation:

Make sure Bowden cable (1) is correctly routed.

Fig 1: Disengaging Bowden Cable From Locking Lever And Guide

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NOTE: Screw (1) is accessible from inside of door through opening (2).
If necessary, lever out cover cap.

Release screw (1).

Release screw (3) and remove spacer (4).

Tightening torque 51 21 1AZ.

Installation:

When fitting a new door handle, insert screws (self-tapping screws) in door handle prior to installation.

Fig 2: Identifying Screw And Spacer

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Feed out door handle (1).

Installation:

Make sure seals (2 and 3) are correctly seated

Fig 3: Feeding Out Door Handle

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