61 12 160 Replacing wiring harness for heated rear window
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove convertible top . See 54 31 015 REPLACING CONVERTIBLE TOP FRAME .
Disconnect plug connection (4).
Feed out cable loom (2) in direction of arrow out of pocket (1).
Release screws (3) and open cable holders (approx. 10 x) along aluminum rail.
Feed out and remove wiring harness for heated rear window.
WARNING:
Risk of trapping in the following work step (close convertible top).
Mechanical convertible top only:
Cut open cable tie (1).
Release screw (2) and feed out microswitch (3) in direction of arrow.
To simplify this operation, move convertible top (4) into "Close" position slightly.
Installation:
Replace cable ties.
Align microswitch.