ok i managed to remove the door panel and removed the black plastic oval piece....i also bought the new carrier assembly.....i'm not sure how to remove the old assembly....do i have to some how remove bolts 16 and 17 from the diagram above...and how do i disconnect the actual door handle from the carrier?

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2010 BMW X5 ///M
Silverstone Metallic
Black/Black Merino with Black Piano Trim
Premium Sound
Driver Assistance
Comfort Access
High Gloss Roof Rails

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2003 BMW X5 3.0i
Titanium Silver
Navigation
Cold Weather Package
Premium Package
Heated Steering Wheel
20" wheels (275/45/R20 all around)
Supersprint Magnum Exhaust
AFE Cold Air Intake
Bimmian Chrome Guage Rings
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