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

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Close door windows. Remove sound insulation in front area.

NOTE: Secure front door against falling closed.

Release screw (1). Tightening torque, see 51 21 9AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES . Release screws (2). Tightening torque, see 51 21 10AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES . Remove seal (3). Installation: Seal (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Removing Door Retainer

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

Fig 2: Removing Door Retainer Through Cutout

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Installation: Following parts of door retainer (3) must not be damaged: (1) Hinge, (2) Thread.

Fig 3: Identifying Hinge & Thread

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