54 00... Greasing instructions for panorama glass roof

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Use only RHF 1 lubricating grease (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Department) to grease the panorama glass roof.

One packet contains 20 g and is enough for the entire roof.

NOTE: Remove the old grease without fail before applying the new grease.
Apply grease only in the relevant area (new parts).

Fig 1: Identifying Grease Guide Rail

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Grease guide rail in marked area over entire length.

Apply grease to spring.

Fig 2: Identifying Grease Applying Area On Spring

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Apply grease in area of wind deflector mechanism.

Fig 3: Identifying Wind Deflector Mechanism Grease Applying Area

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Apply grease to rail in area of recess.

Fig 4: Identifying Rail Grease Applying Area

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Using a brush, apply grease on both sides over entire length of guide points on mechanism.

Fig 5: Identifying Guide Points On Mechanism Grease Applying Area

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Grease rail in marked area over entire length with a brush.

Fig 6: Greasing Rail In Marked Area Using Brush

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Using a brush, apply grease between mechanism and rail.

Fig 7: Identifying Grease Between Mechanism And Rail

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Apply grease to lower connecting link and surrounding area.

Fig 8: Identifying Lower Connecting Link And Surrounding Grease Applying Area

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