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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove FRONT DOOR INNER COVER

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 21 4AZ .

Feed out door stop (2) from door.

Fig 1: Identifying Door Stop And Screws

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Installation note: 

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

1. Hinge
2. Thread

Fig 2: Identifying Door Retainer With Hinge And Thread

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