51 21... Overview of front door locks

2011 BMW M3 4D Sedan, Automatic DCTSECTION 51 21... Overview of front door locks
Fig 1: Overview Of Front Door Locks
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  1. Door opener, inside
  2. Bowden cable for inside door opener
  3. Door brake
  4. Carrier for outside door handle
  5. Outer handle on front door
  6. Cover on outer handle
  7. Lock barrel (on driver's door only)
  8. Door lock striker
  9. Door lock
  10. Bowden cable for outside door handle
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