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Removing and installing or replacing outside
handle from left or right front door

Special tools required:

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Note:

If replacing version with comfort access/CA:

In order to avoid Comfort Access malfunction, use only original
BMW paints on the outside handle with electrically non-conducting
primer.

New part* (from 09/2005) is provided with electrically non-
conducting primer.

* Sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service

Removal:

Note:

Installation is described separately from removal.

2-door models:

Lever out cap (1) to release screw underneath.

Lever out cap (2) only to release from  outside handle cover.

4-door models:

Refer to 2-door models.

RA  Removing and installing or replacing outside handle from left or right front doo

BMW AG - TIS

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Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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