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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Raise the door window.
Remove sound insulation in front area only, see 51 48 070 Removing and installing/replacing sound insulation on left or right rear door

Release screw (1) on door retainer (2).

Fig 1: Screw And Door Retainer

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Release screws (1) on inner door panel (2).

Feed out door retainer (3) to inner door panel.

If replacing seal:

If necessary, pull off seal (4) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Screws, Door Retainer And Inner Door Panel

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If replacing seal:

If necessary, unclip catches (1) on cover (2) and remove in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Catches (1) on cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Catches And Cover

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Installation:

Fold back screw plate (2) in order to install door retainer (1).

Fig 4: Back Screw Plate And Door Retainer

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