41 31 010 Outer Roof Skin Replacement (Version With Slide/Tilt Sunroof)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove and install roofliner.  See 51 44 011 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING HEADLINER (WITH SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF) .
• Remove and install windshield.  See 31 FRONT AND REAR WINDOW .
• Remove and install rear window  See 31 FRONT AND REAR WINDOW .
• Remove and install sunroof.  See SLIDE/TILT ROOF - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS -- ALPINA .

Following new body parts are required:

• Roof outer skin, slide/tilt sunroof
  Fig 1: Identifying Roof Outer Skin, Slide/Tilt Sunroof

  Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Open weld spots in area (1).

Open laser weld seams in area (2).

Release adhesive areas and remove roof outer skin.

Installation: 

Fit new part on body. Fit windshield for positioning.

Laser weld seams are replaced by plug welds.

Seal weld seams with sealing compound.

Apply sealing compound in marked areas.