51 32 154 Adjusting left or right front door window glass (security)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove SOUND INSULATION IN FRONT DOOR

IMPORTANT:

The insides of the windows have a polycarbonate coating which must not be damaged or scratched.

Clean with antistatic plastic cleaner* only.

* Sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service

Connect special tool 61 3 060 to plug connection (1) and special tool 61 2 071 .

IMPORTANT:

Energize power window unit for max. 0.5 seconds in end position (risk of damage).

Energize special tool 61 2 071 with 12V, the door window opens or closes through polarity reversal.

Fig 1: Locating Plug Connection

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Open door window glass to gain access to screws (1) and slacken screws (1) (do not release fully).

Close door window completely.

Tighten down 4 screws (1) again.

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 51 32 FRONT DOOR WINDOWS .

If necessary, repeat procedure until flawless window travel is obtained.

Installation:

INITIALIZE POWER WINDOW

Fig 2: Locating Screws

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IMPORTANT:

Power windows have no anti-trapping mechanism.

There is no "Close" one-touch function or "Close" comfort function in the Security version.