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Preload on top of windscreen to prevent wind noise

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Windscreen (1) must be lower than roof outer skin (2). This is the only way to prevent wind noises.

Position special tool 51 0 010 in middle of vehicle depending on dimension (A) and check underprotrusion of windscreen (1).

A = 4 mm without HUD

A = 3.5 mm with HUD

X = measurement stages 1... 4 mm

Fig 1: Checking Underprotrusion Of Windscreen
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Version with HUD only: 

Check HUD  . See 62 30 517 ADJUSTING HEAD-UP DISPLAY or 62 30... GENERAL NOTES ON THE HEAD-UP DISPLAY  functions again and if necessary adjust.

Only with camera-based driver support systems: 

Carry out camera calibration via diagnosis system.

Under Service Functions menu: