51 13 312 Removing and installing or replacing trim strip on roof gutter at left or right

Feed out windscreen frame sealing (1) on side of gutter strip trim strip (2).

Fig 1: Feeding Out Windscreen From Sealing

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Release door seal (1) from A-pillar. Unfasten screws (2). Tightening torque 51 13 10AZ .

Fig 2: Removing Door Seal From A-Pillar

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Release gutter strip trim strip (1) from clips (2). Installation note: Clips (2) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying A-Pillar Trim Panel With Strip Clips

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IMPORTANT: Bridge on gutter strip trim strip (1) must not trap sealing lip (2). Only then will gutter strip (3) function properly.

Fig 4: Identifying A-Pillar Trim Panel Rib, Sealing Lip And Gutter Strip

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Installation:

First clip in gutter strip trim strip (1), then screw it. Here, gutter strip trim strip (1) rests cleanly on and is flush with windscreen frame sealing (2).

Fig 5: Identifying A-Pillar Trim Panel And Windscreen Frame Seal

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