51 21 125 Removing and installing/replacing support for left or right outer door handle with lock barrel

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Necessary preliminary work:

REMOVAL:

Release screw (1).

Slide support (2) forwards and thread out inwards.

Fig 1: Sliding Support

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Move support (1) forwards and detach actuator rod (2) from door lock (3).

Fig 2: Support, Actuator Rod And Door Lock

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Thread support (1) out from door.

Fig 3: Locating Support

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Detach cable (1) and remove support.

Fig 4: Locating Cable

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Replacement:

If necessary, swap over LOCK BARREL .

INSTALLATION:

Attach cable (1).

Fig 5: Locating Cable

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Thread support (1) into door.

Attach actuator rod (2) to door lock (3).

Fig 6: Support, Actuator Rod And Door Lock

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Thread support (2) backwards into mounting.

Tighten down screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 21 6AZ .

Fig 7: Support And Screw

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