51 48... Removing And Installing/Replacing Sound Insulation On Cowl Panel/Windscreen: Notes

NOTE: Sound insulation is only fitted in vehicles with diesel engines.

Sound insulation can only be replaced with the following removed:

Instrument panel or
Windscreen

Fig 1: Identifying Sound Insulation On Cowl Panel/Windscreen
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

IMPORTANT: Press down expanding foam tape (5) shortly before installing windscreen (2) (with hand roller) or stick on if replacing. Relaxed expanding foam tape could crush cement bead (3) (leaks, wind noises).