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Aligning Windshield:

Turn windshield on assembly stand so that inner side faces downwards.

Suspend special tool 51 9 002 (suction lifter) from conventional workshop lifting equipment.

Switch on vacuum pump.

Firmly attach special tool 51 9 002 to outside of windshield in center in upper third.

Fig 1: Attaching Special Tool 51 9 002 To Outside Of Windshield
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CAUTION: Follow operating instructions for special tool 51 9 002. The pointer of the vacuum gauge must be in the green area. Do not shorten connecting hose between suction hoist and vacuum pump (minimum length 5 mm). Replacement with original hose only.
Fig 2: Identifying Pointer Of The Vacuum Gauge
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Lift windshield with special tool 51 9 002 over body cutout.

First position windshield carefully at top and align sides evenly.

Lower windshield at bottom and in so doing press upwards on left and right with two special tools 51 3 010 until seal contacts roof uniformly.

Fig 3: Identifying Position Windshield
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