51 16... Removing and installing / replacing guide rail for roller sun blind of left or right rear door

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Releasing Screws

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Carefully release catch (1).

Fig 2: Removing Guide Rail At Top

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Lever out guide rail (2) at top (A) and pull out in direction of arrow (B).

Installation:

Make sure guide rail (2) engages correctly in catch (1).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty spacer (1).

Fig 3: Replacing Faulty Spacer

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IMPORTANT: Guide rail (2) must not be damaged at the bottom otherwise the carriage will break.

Fig 4: Identifying Guide Rail

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Installation:

Insert guide rail correctly in brush cable (1) and guide (2).

Fig 5: Inserting Guide Rail

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