Laying cutting wire around window glass

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Starting from pull-in point, lay wire eyelet created on the outside around the window glass
Pull excess wire into passenger compartment

IMPORTANT: Make sure the cutting wire is located at all four corner points below the window glass.
Check that the cutting wire is not caught on clamps or body.
Secure window glass on outside with adhesive tape against sliding.

Fig 1: Securing Cutting Wire Around Window Glass

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NOTE: Window glass (1) with installed seals (3) or molded-on surrounds:

Moisten cutting wire (4) and seals (3) on window glass (1) with water
Insert cutting wire (4) in bend (without kinking) between window glass(1) and body aperture (2)

Fig 2: Inserting Cutting Wire Between Window Glass And Body Aperture

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