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Originally Posted by ChiefRider
This repair has really reminded me why I no longer enjoy working on cars.
I am replacing the DHC in the rear drivers door of my 2004 X5. The entire process has fought me every step of the way, and now I have to take a break out of frustration. The new carrier (aftermarket, but not cheap) appears in every way correct to the one I have removed. My problem is the rear part of the carrier simply will not sit snug against the door skin. I have had it in and out several times, there does not seem to be anything in the way preventing it from sitting flush. With pressure, I can force it into place, but this to me does not bode well for its longevity.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
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Been there before Chief. It is easy once you know how to place the carrier in place.
When you are sliding the carrier from the large access from the center of the door upwards to get in in place for the door handle area, you have to tilt the carrier to get it under a small lip that is there. You are on top of the lip and that is why it won't lay flat.
So tilt the carrier top towards the outer door skin and it will slide under the lip that is causing your issue.
