Door Lock Knob: Service and Repair

Securing Knob For Release Rod, Removing And Installing

The following descriptions of removing and installing securing knob must always be observed.

If not observed, release rods can unscrew from door locks or damage mountings.

Right door, removing







- Unscrew securing knob 180° to the left.
- Remove securing knob upward.

Right door, installing







- Attach securing knob onto release rod with marking -small point on top side - toward vehicle side.
- Press securing knob onto release rod only as far until corrugation is at height of door trim.
- Then screw securing knob 180° to the left.

When locked, securing knob can be approx. 0 to 2 mm over door trim.

Left door, removing







- Unscrew securing knob 180° to the right.
- Remove securing knob upward.

Left door, installing







- Attach securing knob onto release rod with marking - small point on top side - toward vehicle side.
- Press securing knob onto release rod only as far until corrugation is at height of door trim.
- Then screw securing knob 180° to the right.
When locked, securing knob can be approx. 0 to 2 mm over door trim.