51 32 211 Replacing front left or right rubber guide for left or right door window

Necessary preliminary tasks:

IMPORTANT: The NOTES ON FITTING WINDOW GUIDE SEALS serve as the basis for this repair instruction and must be observed without fail.

Remove sound insulation (1).

Fig 1: Removing Sound Insulation

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Detach rubber window seal (1) in direction of arrow from front door (2).

Installation note:

Moisten rubber guide (2) prior to fitting with APPROVED LUBRICANT .

Fig 2: Detaching Rubber Window Seal From Front Door

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Installation note:

Rubber guide (1) must not be damaged in corners (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Rubber Guide And Corners

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