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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Close door windows
Remove Sound Insulation in front area only

NOTE: Secure rear door against falling closed.

Release screw (1).

For tightening torque refer to 51 22 3AZ in 51 22 REAR DOOR LOCKS .

Remove seal (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Seal And Screw

G04728364

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Installation:

Seal (2) must not be damaged.

Make sure seal (2) is correctly seated.

Release screws (1).

For tightening torque refer to 51 22 4AZ in 51 22 REAR DOOR LOCKS .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

G04728365

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

Fig 3: Identifying Door Retainer And Cutout

G04728332

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Installation:

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

Hinge
Thread

Fig 4: Identifying Door Retainer, Hinge And Thread
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