51 13 280 Removing and installing trim strip on roof frame at left or right

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Special tools required

NOTE: For special tools, refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - SPECIAL TOOLS - 645CI (E63) .

00 9 321

Lever out trim strip (1) with special tool 00 9 321 first at rear, unclip remainder up to front and pull out of seal (2) towards rear.

Fig 1: Levering Out Trim Strip With Special Tool 00 9 321

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If necessary, replace defective clips (1) on roof outer skin.

Fig 2: Removing Defective Clips On Roof Outer Skin

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Installation:

Following parts of trim strip (6) must not be damaged or missing:

Fig 3: Identifying Seals And Foam

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Installation:

First push trim strip (2) at front into seal (1), clip in at rear flush with edge (3) and then clip in remainder.

Fig 4: Installing Trim Strip

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