In autorounders we have fixed this issue in many cars.
How to fix bmw interior door handle.
How to replace sticky inner door pull handles 2012 bmw 328i link to handle replacement on amazon by jaronx.
People are not aware that this can be fixed a very reasonable cost so they end up paying exorbitant amount at dealership.
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Repair sticky bmw inner door handle using leather cover easy diy solution.
Only changed the ones in front even though the rear door handles are also a bit sticky.
Install the new handle grabs using the supplied screws and washers.
Don t think the material used can handle the heat in singapore.
Had to spend a few hundred dollars to replace them.
Reinstall the door pad and clip the outer handle cover in place.
Once all of the plastic weld is removed gently pull out the handle grab a rather messy task.
If you go to dealership they will ask you to replace the handle or the entire door.
So we thought of writing a blog on this and sharing the pics of recent job done on a bmw x3.
With the handle removed its a good time to apply some leather cleaner optional.
Stitch the leather cover edges start sewing the cover edges you can stitch by every stitch eye or by every second stitch eye.
Yes i had this problem with my secondhand bmw 523i too from ppsl.
Its not a very simple job to fix it but it can be done.