51 21 090 Removing and installing/replacing door lock in left or right front door (from 09/00): Coupe/Convertible:
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For the Coupe, the door lock (4) is adapted to the different door geometry.
The illustration shows the left driver's door lock.
The adjusting procedure is identical to that for the Saloon.
IMPORTANT:
Spring (3) must be fitted and must not be damaged.
- Bowden cable holder for outside door handle
- Adjusting screw (4 mm WAF)
Installation:
Right door lock of front door:
Slacken adjusting screw (1) on door lock (2) (turn in clockwise direction, as shown in illustration) - this makes the Bowden cable mount (3) movable.
NOTE:
The Bowden cable mount (3) is still shown in the illustration as lock lever (3), but is similar to that in Fig. R51 2804.
Lever out sealing cap (1) for following adjustment.
Installation:
After installing lock cylinder (51 21 140) and/or cover (51 21 180), lever out sealing cap (2).
Tighten down adjusting screw (2) on door lock and fit sealing cap (1).
Tightening torque. Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .