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 lock striker (2).

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

Tightening torque 51 21 2AZ .

ADJUST LOCK STRIKER.

Fig 1: Identifying Door Detent, Lock Striker And Notches

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