51 21 280 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Door Brake On Left Or Right Front Door

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Close door windows
Remove sound insulation in front area

NOTE: Secure front door against falling closed.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque, see 51 21 3AZ in 51 21 FRONT DOOR LOCKS .

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque, see 51 21 4AZ in 51 21 FRONT DOOR LOCKS .

Remove seal (3).

Installation:

Seal (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Seal & Screws

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Remove door retainer (1) via cutout (2).

Fig 2: Removing Door Retainer

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Installation:

Following parts of door retainer (3) must not be damaged:

Hinge
Thread

Fig 3: Identifying Hinge & Thread
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