The driver side passenger door handle is broken in my 2005 bmw x5 e53.
How to change x5 door handle.
My 04 2001 m3 handles are a little different allowing the wire ties to go closer to the rear part of the cable.
Use a plastic prying tool to assist in pulling the handle off the front anchor.
It is very common that some of the clips will break or already be broken from a prior door panel removal.
Come on along as we show the steps for replacing the x5 inner door handle mechanism on a 2004 x5 3 0i.
Door handles were changed a little in 2001.
Note that you may wish to order a few new inner door trim panel securing clips.
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Inspect door latch and replace if not working.
All e53 x5 models 00 06 will be as shown in this video.
Back outside the door remove the phillips screw exposed when the outer handle was removed.
They become sticky and gummy over time.
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With the handle still jammed open rotate the handle 45 deg.
To remove the door handle carrier go inside the door and disconnect the bowden cable from the door latch.
It was easier for me big clumsy hands to remove the door panel completely the bose stereo tweeter connector has a small tab that must be pushed down and air bag.
Remove the door panel to gain access.
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