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51 21 003 Replacing door detent (lock striker), front left or right

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

Installation note: 

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

Tightening torque 51 21 2AZ .

After installation 

Adjust door detent. See ADJUSTING FRONT LOCK STRIKER  and ADJUST DOOR .

Fig 1: Removing Door Detent
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