41 51 080 Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Left Or Right Door

The illustrations are schematic representations and are to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.

Open door.

Security version: 

Rear reflector is modified. New component must be trimmed and glued (this is described in the following).

Release screw on connector frame.

Fig 1: Locating Screw On Connector Frame

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Release screws between both hinge elements at top and bottom.

Tightening torque 41 51 1AZ .

Fig 2: Locating Screws Between Both Hinge Elements

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Release screw (1) on door retainer.

Fig 3: Screw On Door Retainer

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Unhinge door by moving upwards and placing it on a suitable surface.

Fig 4: Unhinge Door

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Pull plug connection from door pillar, unlock by pulling out bar and detach.

Installation: 

If necessary, adjust FRONT DOOR .

Fig 5: Plug Connection

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Replacement only: 

Rivet down blind rivet nuts (1) for control unit.

Fig 6: Rivet Nuts

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Security version: 

Trim grommet (1) on rear reflector rubber housing at edge (2) and glue with window adhesive in same position as standard model.

Fig 7: Grommet And Rear Reflector Rubber Housing Edge

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