51 21 280 Removing and installing/replacing door stop on left or right front door

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Close door windows
• Remove SOUND INSULATION  in front area

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 21 3AZ .

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 21 4AZ .

Remove seal (3).

Installation: 

Seal (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Securing Front Door Against Falling Closed

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

Fig 2: Removing Door Retainer Via Cutout

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Installation: 

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

1. Hinge
2. Thread
   Fig 3: Identifying Door Retainer, Hinge And Thread

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