1982 300td

My drivers side rear door was difficult to open, and made a *pop* sound after a good push. A few days ago... no more pop! But it wouldn't stay open either. Then a little ball bearing came tumbling out of the hinge area.

Does anyone have a diagram of the hinge assembely so I know where to stick this greasy ball??

Thanks

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'90 300SE --- 173k miles --- (Odometer just stopped working!)

'85 Cali 300D --- 193500 miles --- (Second one) Sold Nov '10

'82 300TDT --- 236,xxx miles --- (My first one) Sold July '09

the ball is part of the door check strap, it is better to replace it, once the ball is out, it is likely ruined anyway

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