Removing and installing/replacing door lock in left or right front door (Cooper Convertible)
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Preliminary work needed:
- Remove/replace support for left or right OUTER DOOR HANDLE with lock and remove/replace support for left or right OUTER DOOR HANDLE without lock cylinder.
Removal:
IMPORTANT:
Do not damage the door lock gasket during removal.
Unclip locking rod (1).
Unfasten plug connection (3) and disconnect.
Unscrew the screws (2).
Replacement:
Remount Bowden cable (1).
Installation:
Tighten screws (1) first. Then tighten screw (2) of door lock.
Tightening torque 51 21 1AZ .
Clip in locking rod (3).
Connect plug connection (4).
Required reworking:
- Install support for left or right OUTER DOOR HANDLE with lock cylinder and install support for left or right OUTER DOOR HANDLE without lock cylinder.