51 32 170 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right door window glass (security)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

IMPORTANT:

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

Clean with antistatic plastic cleaner* only.

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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).

Slacken bolts (1)

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

Version with window heating:

Disconnect plug connection for window heating lead (braided sleeve) on door side. Pay attention to routing for subsequent installation.

Installation:

If necessary, check ease of movement of window heating lead.

Fig 2: Locating Screws

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

Installation:

Adjust DOOR WINDOW GLASS .

Fig 3: Lifting Out Door Window Glass

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Installation:

INITIALIZE POWER WINDOWS

Check function.

IMPORTANT:

Power windows have no anti-trapping mechanism.

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