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

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Close door windows
Remove SOUND INSULATION in front section.

NOTE: Secure rear door against falling closed.
After disengaging door stop, use suitable means of preventing door from opening past its maximum permissible opening angle (risk of damaging paintwork or bodywork).

Pull out rubber cover (1).

Release screw (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Rubber Cover And Screws

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Tightening torque 51 22 5AZ .

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 51 22 3AZ .

Slide out door stop.

Installation note:

Seal (1) must not be damaged.

Remove door stop (1) via aperture (2).

Fig 2: Removing Door Stop

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Installation note:

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

Hinge
Thread

Fig 3: Identifying Door Retainer, Hinge And Thread
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