52 26 022 Removing and installing striker for left or right rear seat backrest

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Move backrest rearward

Installation: 

• Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not  be reused
• Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of curing)
• Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
• Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use

Remove cover from lock striker.

Fig 1: Removing Lock Striker

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 19 Nm

Installation: 

Adjust STRIKER .

Fig 2: Identifying Screws And Lock Striker

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