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. Refer to 51 48 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SOUND INSULATION IN LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR .

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

A = approx. 205 mm.

Release screws (2).

Fig 1: View Of Door Window Glass Dimensions

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Installation:

Rubber (3) must be correctly fitted.

Tightening torque, refer to 51 32 2AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 545I (4.4L) E60 .

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

Installation:

Adjust door window glass. Refer to 51 32 154 ADJUSTING LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR WINDOW .

Fig 2: Turning Door Window Glass

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