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51 21 003 Replacing Door Detent (Lock Striker), Front Left Or Right

Release screws (1) and remove door detent (2).

Installation: 

If necessary, carry out basic adjustment by way of notches (3) on door detent (2).

Notches (3) must be vertical to B-pillar.

Tightening torque, see 51 21 2AZ in 51 21 FRONT DOOR LOCKS .

Adjust door detent  .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws & Door Detent
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