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Front Door Limiter: Service and Repair




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





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Close door windows
- Remove sound insulation in front area only Removing and Installing/Replacing Sound Insulation in Left or Right Front Door





Unclip clips (1) on cable duct (2).
Remove cable duct (2) from inner door panel (3).
Release screw (4) on window guide (5).

Installation:
Clips (1) on cable duct (2) must not be damaged.





Note:
Secure front door against falling closed.

Lever out seal (1).

Unfasten screws (2 and 3).





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





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





Installation:
Seal (1) must not be damaged.