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

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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: Adjusting Retraction Depth Using Special Tool (51 3 080)
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Measure retraction depth (C) in areas (A and B).

Retraction depth (C):

A = 2.8 ± 0.7 mm

Gap between measuring point and window edge = 20 mm

B = 2.8 ± 0.7 mm

Distance from measuring point to window guide = 20 mm

NOTE: Reference point for retraction depth is edge to roof frame strip (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Retraction Depth

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IMPORTANT: Rear door must open and close without the door window glass touching the roof trim strip (risk of damage)