51 37 000 Removing and installing complete rear left or right power window unit

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Slacken screws (1 and 2) (do not release).

Remove clamp (3) in direction of arrow.

Tightening torque 51 35 2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Clamp

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Installation:

Make sure guide (1) is correctly seated when fitting clamp (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Guide And Clamp

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Release screw on power window unit (2) through bore (1).

Disconnect plug connection (3) from drive (4).

Feed power window unit (2) in direction of arrow out of inner door panel.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection, Drive And Power Window Unit

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Replacement:

Release screws (1) and detach flat motor (2).

Tightening torque 51 35 1AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Screws And Flat Motor

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IMPORTANT: The power window unit must be REINITIALIZED after it has been installed.