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51 31 241 Replacing Rubber Frame (Top) For Rear Window

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks: 

CAUTION: Rubber frame (1) has an aluminum section insert (2). Carefully unwind rubber frame (1) (rear window breakage).
NOTE: Tear-off lip (5) can be bonded to adhesive (4). When rubber frame (1) is removed, tear-off lip (5) may tear off and remain in vehicle.

3) Rear window.

6) Bridge.

Fig 1: Removing Rubber Frame
G03293198Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

There is no tear-off lip (3) in area (A) on left/right.

Replacement Of Rubber Frame Without Rear Window Removal: 

Detach tear-off lip (3) from rubber frame (1).

If adhesive above tear-off lip (3) has managed to get onto bridge, this area must be cut out partially.

To facilitate installation, moisten rubber frame (1) and body cutout with water.

Replacement Of Rubber Frame With Removed Or New Rear Window: 

Fit rubber frame (1) with tear-off lip (3).

2) Aluminum strip.

Fig 2: Detaching Tear-Off Lip From Rubber Frame
G03293199Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.