51 21 090 Removing and installing/replacing door lock in left or right front door

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove the OUTER DOOR HANDLE SUPPORT

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).

Fig 1: Removing Plug Connection

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Replacement:

Remount Bowden cable (1).

Fig 2: Removing Bowden Cable

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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).

Fig 3: Connecting Plug Connection

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Required reworking:

Install the OUTER DOOR HANDLE SUPPORT