54 34 280 Removing and installing/replacing rear window module

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove air outlet trim grill . See Figure.
Remove rear side trim panel
Convertible top must be correctly adjusted

Open convertible top compartment lid until all hydraulic cylinders are extended.

Support convertible top compartment lid in service position. . See 51 00 ... Service position of convertible top compartment lid .

Fig 1: Identifying Open Convertible Top Compartment Lid

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Unlock and disconnect lower plug connection (1) on right side of vehicle.

Disconnect cable straps.

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Plug Connection

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Release screws and set down hydraulic unit to one side.

Installation:

Replace Torx screws and insert with Loctite.

Fig 3: Removing Torx Screws

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NOTE: Leave retaining bracket screwed down on rollover protection.
Stop for adjusting rear window module.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 17 19AZ. See BODY EQUIPMENT - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS - E63 .

Installation:

Replace all Torx screws and insert with Loctite.

Fig 4: Identifying Retaining Bracket Screws

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Release left and right screws (1).

Remove cover (2) on left and right.

Fig 5: Identifying Cover And Screws

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NOTE: Before releasing screws (2), mark position to ensure correct alignment during installation.

Loosen screws (2).

Tightening torque 54 34 9AZ. See SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF AND CONVERTIBLE TOP - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Release left and right screws (1).

Installation:

Replace all Torx screws and insert with Loctite.

Fig 6: Identifying Screws

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Remove rear window module (1) from convertible top main bearing.

Installation:

Align rear window module to marking and adjust if necessary.

If necessary, adjust seal on convertible top compartment lid.

Fig 7: Removing Rear Window Module

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Adjusting rear window module:

IMPORTANT: Rear window will damage the seal during retraction if the pretension is too high.

Adjust rear window module so that rear window (1) retracts correctly between seal (2).

Allow rear window (1) to settle in seal (2) and tighten down screws of rear window module.

Fig 8: Adjusting Rear Window Module

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