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Ideal setting of the retraction depth (rear window glass, retractable)

NOTE: In order to adjust the retraction depth, 2 special tool 51 3 080 are required.
  • Open rear door
  • Attach special tool 51 3 080 to door window glass
  • Close rear door
  • Measure retraction depth
Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool (51 3 080) To Door Window Glass
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Measure retraction depth (C) in areas (A and B).

Retraction depth (C): 

  1. = 2.8 ± 0.7 mm

    Gap between measuring point and window edge = 20 mm

  2. = 2.8 ± 0.7 mm

Distance from measuring point to window guide = 20 mm

NOTE: Reference point for retraction depth is edge ot roof frame strip (1).
Fig 2: Identifying Retraction Depth Of Roof Frame Strip
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IMPORTANT: Rear door must open and close without the door window glass touching the roof trim strip (risk of damage)