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54 12 210 Removing and installing complete slide/tilt sunroof (frame)

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Remove water drain hoses (1) at front/rear.

Unfasten Omega clips (2).

Fig 1: Locating Omega Clips And Water Drain Hoses
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Unfasten screws (1) at front and (2) at left/right.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws At Front And Left/Right
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Unhook left/right clip and lower slide/tilt sunroof frame slightly.

Fig 3: Lowering Slide/Tilt Sunroof Frame
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Installation: 

Fold up back of frame until rear clips can be unfastened.

Slide slide/tilt sunroof frame backwards and lift out through right rear door.

Fig 4: Sliding Slide/Tilt Sunroof Frame Backwards
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Installation: 

Insert slide/tilt sunroof frame in sheet metal slot at front.

Fig 5: Inserting Slide/Tilt Sunroof Frame In Sheet Metal Slot
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