Removal and installation the door lock (BMW 3 Series E36)

Removal

Remove the inner door trim.

The window must be closed.



Unscrew bolt "1", tilt the glass guide bar forward and disconnect from above. Release the electrical wires, disconnect the connector. For convenience, you can completely remove the glass.



Disconnect the connector from the actuator motor of the central locking system. To do this, move the lock "4" to the side in the direction of the arrow. This will lift the connector slightly and allow it to be easily removed.



Unscrew the inner door handle, disconnect it from the actuator rod and remove it. Disconnect the rod from the rear.





Remove 3 bolts on the door.

Raise the door lock slightly and disconnect the rod from the outer door handle. At the same time, raise the outer door handle slightly.

Remove the lock from the door downwards.

Installation

The rods must be connected to the lock as follows: 1 to the lock button, 2 to the door handle (lock cylinder), 3 to the remote control, 4 to the actuator motor of the central locking system.

Insert the lock into the door and connect the rods accordingly. The rods have bends. The rods are inserted so that they do not touch the door anywhere. Ensure free movement of the rods.

Secure the lock to the door with 3 bolts.

Connect and secure the connector of the actuator motor of the central locking system.



Check the operation of the lock, remote control and central locking control.

Slide the glass guide from below into the upper hook, then screw it to the door. Insert the sealing rubber into the guide.

Connect the actuator rod to the inner door handle and screw the inner door handle. The front nose must snap into place, otherwise it will be impossible to install the trim later.

Install the interior door trim.