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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove REAR DOOR WINDOW GLASS 

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

Remove clamp (3) in direction of arrow.

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 51 35 POWER WINDOWS, REAR

Fig 1: Removing 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: Removing Power Window Unit

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Replacement: 

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

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 51 35 POWER WINDOWS, REAR

Fig 4: Identifying Flat Motor Screws

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