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51 21 003 Replacing door detent (lock striker), front left or right

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Release screws (1) and remove door detent (3). Installation: Basic adjustment via crosswire on B-pillar (4) and notches (2) on door detent (3). Tightening torque, see 51 21 3AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES . Adjust door detent.

Fig 1: Replacing & Adjusting Door Detent
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