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63 99... Replacing door handle fibre optic cable (long version or from 03/2007)

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WARNING: Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Unclip fibre optic cable (1) from door trim panel (2).

Installation: 

Make sure fibre optic cable (1) is correctly seated in catch (3) of door trim panel (2).

Retaining lugs (2) of door trim panel must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Fibre Optic Cable, Door Trim Panel And Retaining Lugs
G05504927Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.