Removing and installing/replacing the door lock of the front passenger door

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove SOUND INSULATION  on front door.

Removal: 

Clip in locking rod (1).

Unlock plug connection and cable clip from inside and disconnect.

Unfasten screws (2 and 3).

Feed out door lock (4).

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Disengage Bowden cable (1) from door lock (2).

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Installation: 

Attach Bowden cable (1) in the door lock (2).

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Insert door lock (4).

Tighten screws (2) first, then tighten screw (3).

Tightening torque 51 21 1AZ .

Clip in locking rod (1).

Connect plug connection and all cable clips from inside.

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Required reworking: 

• Install SOUND INSULATION  at front door.