51 32 170 Removing and installing/replacing door window glass, front left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Open door window to 205 mm.
Remove SOUND INSULATION IN FRONT DOOR

Door window glass (1) must be opened to dimension (A).

A= approx. 205 mm

Release screws (2).

Installation:

Rubber (3) must be correctly fitted.

Tightening torque 51 32 2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Door Window Glass Opening Dimension

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Turn door window glass and lift out towards rear/top.

Installation:

Adjust DOOR WINDOW GLASS .

Fig 2: Removing Door Window Glass

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NOTE: Carry out function check (one-touch function, anti-trapping protection and, if necessary, comfort function).