51 22 280 Removing and installing/replacing door retainer on rear left or right door

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Secure rear door against falling closed.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 22 3AZ .

Remove seal (2).

Installation:

Seal (2) must not be damaged.

Make sure seal (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Door Retainer Seal And Screw

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 22 4AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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

Fig 3: Removing Door Retainer

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Installation:

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

Fig 4: Identifying Door Retainer, Hinge And Thread

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