51 13 280 Removing and installing trim strip on roof frame at left or right

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 321  . See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Lever out trim strip (1) with special tool 00 9 321  at rear first.

Unclip trim strip (1) up to front and pull out of seal (2) towards rear.

Installation: 

Catches (1) of clips (2) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace clips (2).

Installation: 

Following parts of trim strip (3) must not be damaged or missing:

1. Seals
2. End piece, front

1. 4 Spacer
   Fig 3: Identifying Parts Of Trim Strip

   Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

First push trim strip (2) at front into seal (1), clip in at rear flush with edge (3) and then clip in remainder.