51 37 261 Removing and installing/replacing window cavity cover strip for door window, rear left or right

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IMPORTANT: The "INSTRUCTIONS ON FITTING WINDOW GUIDES " serve as the basis for this repair instruction and must be observed without fail.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Partially open folding roof
If necessary, open side window glass

NOTE: Prior to removing, pay attention to the exact installation position with respect to the adjoining components.

Unclip belt deflector trim (1).

Release inner window cavity cover strip (2) from side panel.

Fig 1: Removing Inner Window Cavity Cover Strip From Side Panel

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Installation:

Make sure window cavity cover strip (1) is correctly seated.

Window cavity cover strip (1) must not be damaged.

If necessary, moisten window cavity cover strip (1) prior to fitting with APPROVED ANTIFRICTION AGENT .

Insert clip (2) in window cavity cover strip (1) if this remains on trim (3) during removal.

Clip window cavity cover strip (1) on trim (3) and body (4).

Fig 2: Identifying Window Cavity Cover Strip With Trim And Clip

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