51 21 ... Replacing Door Reflector
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 BMW Alpina and 2007 BMW Alpina. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special tools required:
- 00 9 318
Removing:
Carefully detach reflector with special tool 00 9 318 and a hot air blower from door.
Assembly:
For cleaning, use a fluff-free disposable cloth or a fresh cleaning cloth.
- Clean bonding area with spirit
- Air drying time at least 1 minute.
- Pull off liner
- Stick reflector onto door as shown in following illustrations
- Press on reflector firmly
The adhesion of the adhesive tape is increased considerably by contact pressure therefore press down over the entire area with your thumbs and backs of hands.
* Liner is protective film for bonding area.
Front door:
Stick reflector (1) at spacings (A) and (B) onto front door.
A= 1 mm
B = 1 mm
2 Seal
3 Cover on door window frame
Rear door:
Stick reflector (1) at spacings (A) and (B) onto rear door.
A= 1 mm
B = 1 mm
2 Seal
3 Cover on door window frame