Contents: Removal ↡ Installation ↡
Removal
1. Remove plug 1 on the inside of the door and unscrew bolt 2 with a socket head key located underneath it (see illustration).
Attention! The bolt is protected from falling into the door. However, it is recommended to additionally secure it after removing the door handle by screwing on the nut 3 (see illustration 43.1).
2. Remove the guide of the switch (cylinder) 4 of the lock (see illustration).
3. Move door handle 5 along the door surface in the direction shown by the arrow in Illustration 43.2 and remove.
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Attention! It is recommended to additionally secure bolt 2 with nut 3 after removing the handle so that it does not fall out (see illustration 43.1).
4. Remove the gaskets on the door handle.
Installation
5. Check the condition of the 6 door handle gaskets and replace them if necessary (see illustration).
6. Install the handle together with the gaskets on the door and simultaneously in the support bracket and the door lock opening lever. After that, move the handle along the door surface forward.
7. Check that the handle is seated correctly in the mounting location. If necessary, remove and reinstall the handle.
8. Insert the lock cylinder guide.
9. Screw in the socket head bolt and plug the hole.
10. Turn the lock pawl with a screwdriver and pull the handle. The pawl should open.