Checking Retraction Depth

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Close soft top.
Open door window
Attach special tool 51 3 080 to side window glass and secure if necessary
Close side window completely
Measure retraction depth

NOTE: 2 items of special tool 51 3 080 are required for adjustment of retraction depths.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 51 3 080 On Door Window Glass

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NOTE: Values serve only to check adjustment in the Z-direction.

Measure retraction depth (A) in areas (1 and 2).

Measurement (A):

(1) 8 ± 2 mm

(2) 10 ± 2 mm

If necessary, check or readjust settings on:

Door window glass
Side window

Fig 2: Identifying Retraction Depth
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