This is all good. I am removing as much of the door panel as possible, don't think I can get it entirely out of the car because the front part is tight against the dash.
OK,so I think the inner cable is jammed under the airbag, so I am going to try and remove that. The key manual lock system works great, even rolls the windows down. The outer door handle is useless, regardless of power lock/unlock. I notice the inner handle release isn't making that clicking noise when it would release the latch. If the power lock systems are all working can I still have a bad latch? I didn't replace the actuator because it was working, instead, just replaced the DHC. And the great thing was it worked from outside with just the slightest pull. Everything went back together in a firm position, even the lock cylinder went back easily/perfectly. I'll keep you posted. BUT I hope the actuator isn't bad. Thanks again.

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X5 3.0 AUTO -2001 - 238,000 miles