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

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Remove drive unit with transmission for slide/tilt sunroof actuation.

Remove headliner.

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

Unfasten Omega clips (2).

Fig 1: Removing Water Drain Hoses

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Unfasten screws (1) at front and (2) at left/right.

Fig 2: Removing Retaining Screws

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Unhook left/right clip and lower slide/tilt sunroof frame slightly.

Installation:

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

Fig 3: Removing Unhook Left/Right Clip

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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

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