Rear window regulator, removing and installing

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Remove rear side trim →
- 70 - INTERIOR TRIM
- 70 - INTERIOR TRIM for BODY INTERIOR - CABRIOLET
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Fig 1: Rear Window Regulator Remove/Install Components

GW00020518

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Remove window shaft strips → Window shaft strips .

Mark position of nuts - 3 - , adjusting screws - 6 - and bolts - 8 -.
Remove nuts - 3 -.
Remove bolts - 8 - and remove cover - 2 -.
Loosen Convertible Top Control Module J256 on right side of vehicle → Convertible Top Control Module J256 , removing .

Loosen nuts - 7 - from adjusting screws - 5 -.

NOTE:

The lower nuts - 6 - can remain on the adjusting screws - 5 - , the upper ones must be removed.

Disconnect window regulator motor connector.
Remove window regulator - 5 - from side panel - 1 -.

Installation is reverse of removal.

Tightening torques → Rear window regulator - assembly overview .